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 ...
The Juggling Act: Working Mom vs. Stay-at-Home Mom
In today's dynamic world, women are often faced with the challenging decision of whether to pursue a career while raising children or to embrace the role of a stay-at-home mom. Both paths come with their own set of advantages and disadvantages; and ultimately, it's a deeply personal choice. So let’s explore the pros and cons of ...
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 ...
Miss Ya, Dad! (Even Three Years Later)
June 7, 2020. It's a day that will forever be etched into my memory. It's the day my dad made it to his new home in heaven. I talked about it before already. His death. The miraculous trip to his funeral in Nigeria during a time when the borders were closed. The grieving process. It's all ...
A Parent’s Wake-Up Call: The Dangers of Excessive Electronic Device Use
I already know what you’re thinking. No, I’m not one of those advocates who want you to throw your TV out. I mean, PBS basically raised me. But one thing I didn’t have growing up was constant access to an electronic device. Parents give children phones and tablets to keep them occupied all the time. It’s ...
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 ...
Age Gap Dating: Would You Do It?
The saying is that love knows no boundaries. (That’s what the saying says. I don’t think that. LOL!) Either way, in the realm of dating and relationships, age gaps have become increasingly common. Age gap dating refers to relationships where there is a significant difference in age between partners. While age shouldn’t be the sole determining ...
