I often go back and think about my caregiving season with both of my parents. The sacrifices, and long days, filled with quiet moments of doubt. I wonder sometimes: was...
One of the drawbacks of living in Chicago is the potholes. When I first moved here more than twenty years ago from Florida, where the roads are smooth and winters...
A few years ago, I was part of a writing team developing characters and lines for a radio soap opera and a play aimed at families in different communities. It...
As the dust settles from the 2024 Presidential campaign, you might find yourself waking up on Tuesday morning either brimming with optimism or weighed down by disappointment. This landmark election...
During a contentious election season, discussing politics becomes inevitable. Despite your skill in diverting topics or coming up with excuses to sidestep family gatherings, the pressing political issues eventually demand...
Growing up in my household, communication with my mother often felt like a game of charades. For those familiar with Puerto Rican homes, some of you might relate. If she...
“Let's talk." Has someone ever sat down with you to talk? Maybe you responded by getting defensive, your heart skipped a beat, or you were thoughtful. Or maybe there have...
As a child, I used to believe that my mother had supernatural powers. Just imagine, all it took was one firm look and a raise of her pointer finger and...
What can we do to have a happy, healthy relationship? Be proactive and start with small consistent steps. How do you eat an elephant? One piece at a time. Here...
The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, by Don Miguel Ruiz, is a wonderful book for stress management and personal growth. It's written in simple language but deals...
As a business major during my undergrad years, I had my fair share of networking events. I even attended classes that taught business etiquette while networking. What’s the proper approach...
As we are swept by the wave of the election outcome, many of us are getting hammered on social media by the emotion of the moment. One group (half the...
