Today, we honor the courageous, independent, and confident individuals who understand that being single is not a burden — it’s a season of empowerment . It’s the liberty to shape your life precisely as you desire, without concessions, apologies, or a shared Netflix account. Gone are the days when being single meant “something’s missing.” Please. Being single means you’re not accepting less than you deserve . It’s about learning, growing, exploring, and knowing exactly who you

We hear it all the time: "People don’t change," or "People truly can not change." Or the hopeful version: "People can change if they really want to." Somewhere between these beliefs lies an uncomfortable truth: many people don’t really change—they settle. They adjust, shrink, tolerate, and make peace with a life that doesn’t quite fit, all while telling themselves they’re "fine." But are they? Change vs. Settling: What’s the Difference? Change requires effort, discomfort, sel

There’s something beautifully ironic about adulthood — we spend our early years surrounded by people, yet as we get older, our circles often shrink. Between careers, family, moves, and life’s challenges (like divorce), it can suddenly feel like the world has grown quieter. But here’s the truth: it’s never too late to make friends — real friends who understand you, laugh with you, and show up when it counts. As adults, we carry more — more experiences, responsibilities, routin

Some of us are there, some of us have been there, and I have seen this situation waaaay too many times. It’s hard enough watching your ex move on. But when they start dating a control freak? Oh, honey, that’s a whole new level of entertainment and concern. Because while you’re over here breathing free air, healing, and rediscovering your peace, they’re diving headfirst into a relationship that feels more like a dictatorship. All the signs are there; You know the type. The one

No one tells you that you can still love someone and know it’s time to walk away. Divorce isn’t always born out of hatred or betrayal. Sometimes, it’s born of courage —the courage to admit that love alone isn’t enough to make a marriage work. You can love someone deeply and still recognize that your values, needs, or paths no longer align. You can care for them and still crave something more — peace, growth, freedom, or a sense of self that got lost along the way. That realiz

Let’s be real — life after divorce can feel like a marathon you didn’t train for. Everyone’s telling you to “get back out there,” “focus on yourself,” “start fresh,” and you’re just over here thinking, Can I get a nap first? Here’s the thing: you don’t have to hustle your way into healing. You don’t owe anyone productivity while you’re rebuilding your life. Sometimes, the most brilliant move you can make is to hit pause. Not a full-on, dramatic “I’m quitting life” pause — mor

Divorce isn’t just a legal process; it’s an emotional earthquake. One day, you think you’ve found your footing, and the next, you’re...

September is Suicide Awareness Month , and it’s one of those times when we’re reminded of the quiet battles so many people fight. Love...

Lately, I keep seeing it pop up in my feed: in-person meet-ups are back. From speed dating nights to “singles who hike” groups, it feels...

As the years go by, life has a way of surprising us with changes we never quite feel ready for. Children grow up and leave the nest, and...

It’s a funny in-between space to live in—being single but also open to meeting someone. Maybe you’ve healed, rediscovered yourself, and...

If you’ve been single long enough to start referring to yourself as “forever solo,” you’ve probably heard all the greatest hits: • “Why...

No one tells you that the most challenging part of dating after divorce isn’t rejection—it’s the silence. Not the kind of silence that...

When rock interprets heartbreak   Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet has been retold countless times. Still, Mark Knopfler’s 1980 song...

They tell you love is the glue that holds a marriage together. That if you love someone enough, everything else will fall into place. But...

After divorce, it’s easy to focus on what’s been lost—partnership, routine, security, even identity. But there’s another subtle, aching...

How to Love the Body You Have, Not the One They Tell You to Want By reaching 50, your body has lived a full, complex life. It has carried...

Divorce has a funny way of shaking up everything we thought we knew—not just about marriage, but about relationships, identity, and even...

Today is Children’s Mental Health Day —a powerful reminder that our children’s emotional well-being is as important as their physical...

Bravery isn’t always straightforward or bold. It doesn’t always come with a cape (well, unless you choose to wear one). Sometimes, it...