“I used to think to show someone I cared I had to go all out. That a kind gesture needed to reflect a lot of time or money or be Instagram-able in order to be truly meaningful. But guess what? People just long to be thought of.”
‘Delivering chocolate cake wasn’t on my to-do list, but I couldn’t have chosen a better way to use my 12 minutes.’: Woman shares importance of small acts of kindness
An Autism Diagnosis At 35 Inspired Her To Create Change: ‘I’m Already Dispelling Stereotypes Left By Neurotypical Professionals’
“In April of 2015, I was diagnosed, and it was the day my life truly began. Everything fell into place, and I finally had the validation I needed to feel safe and comfortable in my own skin.”
What To Do When Your Friend Holds Different Opinions On Topics That Matter To You
“It’s hard enough to maintain a friendship when you don’t share the same stance on your favorite Kardashian (Kim, duh). But what happens when you don’t agree with your president? Or vaccines? Or religion? A little piece of me wants to say delete your friendship cache. Get rid of the people who don’t make you feel like your best self. But then I remember something that happened back when I was a butterfly-clip-wearing middle schooler, and I committed one of the most egregious Girl Code violations on record.”
Every Mom Deserves (And NEEDS!) A ‘Momcation’
“Every single woman needs to set uninterrupted time aside to make wildly inappropriate, shenanigan inducing, soul warming, incredible memories with her girls.”
Teacher And Student With Similar Limb Difference Form Immediate Bond Over Shared ‘Nubs’
“I have never shared something this unique with a student ever.”
Teacher Starts ‘Inclusive Theatre’ For Special Needs Students To Shine And Build Lasting Friendships
“We became a family. They were crying on closing night because they had to part ways for a bit.”
‘We were told a lie—to treat one another as competition.’: Mom urges ‘let’s teach our young girls to lift each other up’
“It’s time to change the narrative of how relationships should look between women.”
10 Important Lessons I Hope To Teach My Daughter
“No matter what life throws your way, I’ll always be your first best friend. I will be there for you every step of the way.”
Common Myths And Truths About Introverts (From An Introvert)
“Once we let you in, you could not have a more thoughtful friend on your side. Introverts are guarded, but once they let that guard down they love you in the deepest way possible.”
Dear Friends: When I Ask How You’re Doing, I Mean It—I Don’t Want The Fake Smile
“Let’s forget about the small talk and the chats about the weather. Sisterhood is created in the trenches.”