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May is mental health awareness month. A time to examine and discuss issues we all face within our families and friends. Not everyone is dealing with mental health issues but most of us know someone who has emotional or mental challenges. Sometimes emotional challenges can materialize later in life when the pressures of everyday living become seemingly insurmountable. Some folks…
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Today was another day as usual for Lakeisha. She looked at the bottle sitting in front of her, fully aware that taking one more pill could have irreversible effects. The children would be home soon. She couldn’t put work off one more day, and the unexpected news of a baby on the way was too much. “I really am…
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When we think about consent, we usually think about sex. According to the Code of the District of Columbia, “‘Consent’ means words or overt actions indicating a freely given agreement to the sexual act or contact in question. Lack of verbal or physical resistance or submission by the victim, resulting from the use of force,…
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Art is a universal language that transcends boundaries. When we immerse ourselves in art—whether by enjoying or creating it—we connect with a deeper sense of ourselves and nature. Art can help us understand our identity, express our innermost thoughts, and facilitate healing. Accessing and expressing our deepest feelings is one of the ways we can…
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The holiday season is here, and while for many people it is the most wonderful time of the year, for others it can be a challenge to attend family gatherings where they do not always feel completely welcome. In these spaces, it is possible to encounter unwanted comments or uncomfortable attitudes that can affect our…
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Lately, it seems easy to use phrases like Love yourself!, Self-love!, Accept yourself as you are!, Be yourself!, Be authentic!, etc. And although it sounds like something very simple to do, the reality is that strengthening your self-esteem and acceptance begins from childhood. From the concept that our parents have of us or the experiences…
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Friendships and relationships are among life’s greatest joys. They can provide comfort, happiness, and fulfillment. But if you’ve ever experienced a toxic relationship, you know how quickly it can bring you down. Any relationship goes through the standard ups and downs, but a toxic one is bad all the time, and you are left a…
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It’s time to get real about how we talk about violence against women. As December rolls around, bringing with it significant days like the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women and the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers, we’re faced with a stark reminder: our conversations on this topic…
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We’re in the thick of the holidays and, with all the joy and fun this time of year can bring, it often comes with other not-so-jolly feelings. The stress of seeing family. The sadness of not being able to see loved ones. The financial anxiety of gift-giving … and pressure to pick the perfect present….
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