Reclaiming Visibility & Voice

As we get older, sleep can sometimes feel elusive. Tossing and turning, waking up too early, or just not feeling rested—sound familiar? Creating a peaceful nighttime routine is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. Here are five top tips to help you drift off into dreamland and wake up refreshed.

Caring for a parent with dementia is a journey filled with emotional, physical, and logistical challenges. Watching someone you love gradually lose parts of themselves can be heart-wrenching, and balancing their needs with your own well-being is no small task. While there’s no single roadmap, understanding the condition and adopting effective coping strategies can make the journey more manageable.

I’ve always fluctuated between a G and an H cup, and as you can imagine, that’s come with its challenges—neck and back pain, constant headaches, and all of it starting in my teens. High school was especially tough. I endured cruel nicknames from boys who couldn’t see past the size of my chest. I was even labeled a "slut," which couldn’t have been further from the truth—I had just one boyfriend throughout my teenage years.

Is it possible to develop PTSD from a divorce? Yes, particularly if the divorce was highly traumatic, involved abuse, or if the person experiences intense emotional distress. While PTSD is more commonly associated with experiences like combat, assault, or natural disasters, any event that causes significant emotional or psychological trauma - such as a highly acrimonious divorce - can certainly lead to PTSD.