How Men and Women Communicate: It’s More Than Differences Between the Sexes
We’ve all seen the cartoon of a man and woman sitting together deep in thought with two “balloons” explaining what they’re thinking. She’s thinking, “Is he mad that the lasagna wasn’t spicy enough? Does he think I’m wasting my time going back to college? Is he...
Owning Her Strengths: From a Shy Young Lady to a Bold, Fearless, and Confident Leader
Bold, Fearless, and Confident. These were not quite the adjectives I would use to describe my 13-year-old self. Thirteen was the age that I entered a new school. A fresh start to discover how I could embody all these qualities, right? Wrong. When I started middle...
National Day on Writing and the Methods of Putting Pen to Paper
On this day, we celebrate the National Day on Writing. Why we write, what we write, when we write and how we write can all be linked to the hashtag for this day: #WhyIWrite. But let’s explore the different methods we use to write whether it’s creative or technical...
Are You Doing Okay? Recognizing Grief, Loss and Isolation on World Trauma Day
This article has proven a bit difficult to write; it has been hard to relive but all the same necessary. Funny thing about bad things happening to you, they don’t necessarily happen and leave. Can the same be said about good things? When you have a great day,...
The Incredible Benefits of CBD and the Endocannabinoid System
You've seen it in stores, heard of it on TV, and your friend is raving about it, but what exactly is CBD? “CBD,” or cannabidiol, is one of over 80 chemicals found in the marijuana plant (otherwise known as “Cannabis sativa”). But unlike its cousin THC...
Are You in a Job Search? Check Out These Resources as You’re Seeking That Next Role
If you have been on the hunt for your next job or maybe The Great Resignation lit you up, and you’re pivoting onto a new career path, chances are you may be interested in some resources to make your work easier. Because let’s face it, looking for that new perfect...
Four Fruitful Habits Leading to a Healthy Lifestyle: Simple Changes Bring Big Benefits
In 2002, I was living in Dallas. After my first child, I wanted to lose the pregnancy weight I had gained. So, I tried various diet systems. Luckily, it worked for me. I lost weight and felt so good. But unfortunately, it lasted for a short time; once I stepped...
Toxic Relationships: How to End a Friendship That Does More Harm Than Good
My Her Nexx Chapter blog on Gaslighting gave readers information on toxic relationships designed to undermine peoples’ confidence and self-assurance. Methods of identifying and escaping were explained. But there’s another type of unhealthy relationship that...
Being a Tourist in Your Own Country Could be Your Best Decision Yet
“You’ve never been to the Galápagos Islands???” And yes, this is what people from other countries have asked me after they learn I am from Ecuador. But the truth is that no one knows well every part/location/province of their own country! Let’s be honest… As a...
LeTesha Wheeler: Author, Influencer and Change-Maker, Healing Relationships through Reconciliation
“We all have a story and our stories matter. They have the power to heal other people.” The Her Nexx Chapter community is counting down the days until our next Book Chat with author, influencer and speaker LeTesha Wheeler who shares her real-life experiences in her...
A First-Generation College Student’s Journey to Achieving Her Higher Education
I am not sure where to start with my story, but I know it begins with my mom who had to work two jobs to support my sister and me. I originally lacked the belief in myself that it would be impossible to enroll in college. I was a child who had no access to...
Experiencing Rejection? It May Just be a Redirection for the Betterment of Your Life
Rejection in any circumstance doesn't smell good. It stinks, and you are afraid that if the door is opened, you will be exposed. Well, my friend, if you take a step back and analyze it, there is another way to look at it: “Rejection as a redirection.” It's a way...
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