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When it comes to feelings about Valentine’s Day, everybody falls somewhere different on the spectrum. It seems like you either love to celebrate it, hate it and are convinced it’s a greeting card company scam, or you simply don’t care about it at all. For those who see Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to show […]
We’ve all heard of (or know) a “negative Nancy”. It’s that person that always has a complaint, is pointing out the downside of a situation, and just seems to want to spread their pessimistic view of the world. But what about the flip side? Someone who is always smiling, has a pep in their step, […]
Postpartum life is a whirlwind. The exhaustion of caring for a baby doesn’t leave you with much time or energy to think about sex. But when things calm down and you do eventually get there, you may find it difficult to feel confident about your new body. Don’t get too discouraged though—with a little patience […]
A boudoir session is an intimate experience. For many women, it’s a step outside of their comfort zone that, while empowering, can also make you feel vulnerable. In order to get the most out of your experience, you need to be working with the right photographer. Choosing the right person comes down to more than […]
The movement for self-care in our society has gained a lot of momentum over the last few years. While it’s great that more people are recognizing the importance of making time to do positive things for yourself, rising popularity has resulted in a lot of misconceptions about what self-care is and how it works. Having […]
Women play a lot of roles and take on a lot of responsibility in society and their daily lives. Mother; wife; daughter; career woman; many of us take on some or all of these duties at once and more. It can quickly feel like there’s no time left to take care of your own needs. […]
We all know that sex is one of the most intimate experiences you can have with a partner. Beyond that, there are other physical connections you can make to deepen your bond. Simple physical acts like kissing, cuddling, and holding hands can make you feel just as close. For a strong and healthy relationship, however, […]
I’ve been going back and forth about what the content of this blog post should be. I’ve been thinking about what message I want to convey and what my intent behind it would be. As I sit on my couch on this sunny Sunday, I find myself inspired by the current events going on and […]
Setting a goal is easy. All you have to do is tell yourself or someone else that you’re going to do something. You don’t even have to say it out loud—if you want to set a goal to become a famous ballet dancer, all you have to do is decide it in your mind! The […]
Working from home; social distancing; self-isolation; shuttered businesses; right now, in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, this is our reality. It’s not ideal—and it can certainly be scary at times—but for now, it’s the best way to keep our loved ones safe and healthy. Being cooped up at home with minimal social contact can […]