We live in the era of “you go girl!” and body positivity, but how many of us truly have confidence in who we are? Judging by the number of young women obsessively uploading photos of themselves to Instagram with the aim of getting likes, …
This article is a collaboration between myself and Vera Mistral. Most of these words are hers. Vera is a lovely young woman I follow on Twitter (@VeraMistral) and who writes her own blog. She writes from the perspective of a young woman who is …
Being emotionally connected is a key aspect of femininity. It’s a key aspect of being a healthy adult, really, but I think it is especially important for women. It is our job to be emotional leaders in our relationships and our families, but in …
We have lost sight in this day and age of the characteristics of a good woman. We hear every day about strong, empowered women, but how often do we hear about virtuous women? I myself will often criticize the behavior of women, but we need to focus …
Let’s talk about self-esteem. Low self-esteem is a common problem these days. It’s mostly discussed as an issue among young girls, but I think it affects young men equally, if not more so. People blame this crisis on the media, saying it …
Dear Girl, You are at a very tender age in life. I don’t need to tell you this. You know that you are changing, and with you, so changes the world you inhabit. Deciding what is best for you and who to follow can be maddeningly complex. Maybe …
Attractiveness is more than just appearance, and it goes beyond romantic applications. Attraction can be used not only to draw in a romantic partner, but also to enchant people in your daily life. When people are attracted to you, they want to spend …
November 22, 2017
Beauty is a divine gift. Whether it is a beautiful woman, a breathtaking landscape, a song that gives you chills, or something unexpected like a rainbow in an oil slick, beauty is one of life’s pleasures. There is never enough beauty in the …
I’ll let you in on a secret. Up until a couple of years ago, I have felt like a slacker. And I still often do. For those of you who don’t know me well, I was an A-student in high school (I did get Bs in math…I just couldn’t …
November 6, 2016
How much eye contact should you make? For those of us who are socially inept, this is one of many tricky areas to navigate. Too little eye contact and you’re seen as disrespectful or uninterested, too much and you appear to be trying to bore …
