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Friendships are often one of the most significant and consistent relationships people have outside of family- they can span decades and distances. But, just like romantic relationships, friendships are not immune to growing pains. While we may wish for our friendships to last forever, the reality is that we naturally change and outgrow friendships that used to nurture and sustain us. We treasure our friendships and invest time and energy to maintain them. However, it’s common to outgrow friendships as we evolve and grow as individuals. Although it can be a tough pill to swallow, outgrowing relationships with people is a significant part of growing and finding yourself. While some relationships may endure and deepen over time, others may fade away or become toxic. It’s important to invest in friendships that uplift […]
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As women of color, we are confronted daily with various forms of trauma, whether it be systemic oppression, discrimination, intergenerational, or repeated microaggressions. The impact of these traumas goes beyond the obvious emotional and mental effects, often leading to physical symptoms and health issues. Trauma doesn’t just impact our minds – it can have significant impacts on our bodies. To understand the impact of trauma, we first have to look at how the stress response system works. The stress response system The stress response system, also known as the fight or flight response, is activated when we experience trauma or stress. This response is mediated by the limbic system, which is in the center of our brains, and is responsible for regulating survival behaviors and emotional expression. The limbic system in the amygdala is connected […]
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When in a relationship two people are not on the same page about the future of their relationship, it can often lead to a breakup. But what if we tell you these situations can be fixed and your relationship improved? Learn how to fix commitment issues whether you are the one who has them or your partner. Finding the one with whom you wish to spend the rest of your life or fully commit to is hard for most people. Trust issues and fear of getting hurt are the main reasons people are reluctant to give themselves entirely to one person. People with these issues have a hard time trusting other people, whether we are talking about a romantic or any other kind of relationship. If you have these problems, […]
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If you know how to recognize it, you will know how to deal with it. This may sound like a simple tip, but recognizing microaggressions in everyday life can be more tricky than it seems. In fact, this is something people of color experience so often that a lot of times it goes unnoticed. But if we want things to change, we have to name the problems and deal with them. So how to deal with common microaggressions? Microaggressions Definition by Wing Sue Derald The term racial microaggression was coined by psychiatrist Chester Pierce in 1970 to describe racial insults towards black people. Professor of psychology at Columbia Teacher’s College, Wing Sue Derald explains in his book “Microaggressions in Everyday Life: Race, Gender, and Sexual Orientation” that racial microaggressions are […]
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