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Inspiration

Keeping Long Term Friendships Healthy

Friendship, the often-underestimated treasure of our lives, is like a delicate plant that needs nurturing, care, and patience to thrive. In a world where change is constant, prioritizing and navigating long-term friendships can be both challenging and rewarding. Here, we explore the seasons of life, the potential hardships, and the numerous health benefits that come with maintaining deep and enduring friendships.

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Secure Connection in Intercultural Relationships

In the modern world, love knows no borders. Intercultural relationships, born out of shared interests, passions, or simply fate, have become increasingly common. These unions promise a rich tapestry of experiences, blending the diverse backgrounds of partners into a unique and beautiful connection. Yet, like any relationship, intercultural unions come with their own set of challenges and rewards. Here, we’ll explore the highs and lows of intercultural relationships and offer insights on how to build a strong, secure connection that bridges the gaps between different families and cultural backgrounds.

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The Right to Rest

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, the significance of taking a break often gets lost in the race to achieve more and work harder. Labor Day stands as a reminder of the importance of rest, reflecting the history of labor unions, current workers’ struggles, and the broader human right to rest. This becomes especially pertinent when considering the historical context of people of color who have endured various degrees of enslavement and exploitation. The following delves into the history of Labor Day, the progress of labor unions today, the ongoing writers and SAG-AFTRA strike, and the imperative to prioritize rest and well-being in our lives. Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September in the United States and Canada, has a rich history that dates back to […]

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The Nuances of Gender

In a world that is constantly evolving, it is essential that we open our hearts and minds to embrace the beautiful diversity that exists within humanity. One aspect of this diversity is gender, which extends far beyond the traditional binary concept of male and female. It is a spectrum of identities and expressions that encompass a wide range of experiences.

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Wabi-sabi: beauty in imperfection and impermanence

The world often tells us to strive for perfection, but what if we find beauty in the imperfection? This is where the Japanese philosophy of wabi sabi (侘寂) comes in. This way of life teaches us to embrace the beauty of the imperfect, and it can be used in all aspects of life — from decorating our homes to accepting our individual selves and our relationships.

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Celebrating the Contributions of Women of Color in the Field of Therapy

As we celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, it is important to recognize the groundbreaking work of women in the field of therapy, particularly those who have been pioneers for women of color. The field of psychology has long been dominated by white men- but in the wake of the Civil Rights and Women’s movements in the 1960s and 70s, women have been making strides in many professions. From Inez Beverly Prosser to Jennifer Eberhardt—these women have blazed trails in the world of psychology and continue to inspire generations of therapists. Let’s take a closer look at a few of these amazing women and their legacy. Inez Beverly Prosser (1895-1934) Inez Beverly Prosser was one of the first African American women to earn a doctorate in Psychology. Prosser […]

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