Why didn’t someone tell me that I missed a post last week? I was so caught up with life that I forgot to get on here. No worries! I’m back AT it this week, and we’re talking about some marriage killers. Marriage is a beautiful journey filled with love, companionship and shared dreams. Yet, like ...
The “MRS” Degree Debate
One topic that keeps making its round back into the forefront of conversation, especially pertaining to Black women, is the idea of pursuing the "MRS" degree in college. The term "MRS" degree traditionally refers to the idea that some women attend college primarily to find a spouse, often with the expectation of marrying shortly after ...
10 Ways to Strengthening Your Marriage Connection with Emotional Intimacy
Call me crazy, but in a relationship, emotional connection is so much more important than the physical connection. Now, don’t get me wrong. Physical connection is definitely important. That’s usually how the connection is made anyways. But relying solely on the physical isn’t how a relationship lasts. “Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a ...
Navigating the Slump of Marriage: Rediscovering Connection and Joy
Did you miss me? I didn’t post last week because I was getting my kids ready for the new school year, but I’m back with another hot topic that a lot of married couples face, You’re a few years into marriage, and the honeymoon phase is over. Mix in a career and kids, and you’re starting ...
Preparing for Forever: 10 Essential Conversations for Couples Before Marriage
Whether you’re in your 20s and crazy in love or you feel like your biological clock is ticking, don’t rush into marriage. There’s no set timeline, per se, but there is certainly a need to engage in open and honest conversations about essential topics before walking down the aisle. They’re hard but necessary. So, let’s get ...
Setting Boundaries for a Healthy and Balanced You
With the more hats you wear, the more worn thin you can become. And the situation gets worse if you don’t establish healthy boundaries in your life. This is especially true for responsible women (emphasis on responsible). We like to support, nurture and help. We’re the daughter, sister, auntie, wife, mother, friend, etc. that everyone knows ...
Signs that You’re Trapped in a Narcissist’s Web (and How to Escape)
There are some unique individuals and captivating personalities out there. However, amidst the sea of potential partners, one that can especially leave emotional wreckage is the narcissist. Dating a narcissist can be a treacherous journey, as their self-centeredness and manipulative tendencies can have lasting effects on your emotional well-being. But what is narcissism? That word gets ...
The Odd “Talking” Stage: Navigating the Gray Area of Dating
In the world of modern dating, there's a peculiar stage that many of us have experienced. It's that gray area where you're not quite friends, not quite in a relationship, but definitely more than just acquaintances. It's commonly referred to as the "talking" stage, and it can be both exciting and frustrating, leaving many wondering ...
Understanding the Top Reasons Couples Choose Divorce
The facts (and by facts, I mean research done in 2023 collected by Forbes) show that divorce rates have not improved over the years. The number is still at 50%, and that’s only for the first marriage. Those who wed multiple times face a far higher rate of divorce. In fact, 67% of second marriages and ...
Finding Fulfillment as a Woman, Regardless of Marital or Parental Status
I had so many conversations with women in all stages of life about this topic that I had to make this a blog post and video for the week. Society often places immense pressure on single women, implying that marriage and motherhood are the ultimate sources of fulfillment. However, I firmly believe that fulfillment in life ...
