March - 2021

Articles by Mary Jo

Relationships, Parenting, and Emotional Wellness

When You're an Imposter in Your Relationship

When You're an Imposter in Your Relationship

You may have heard from friends or family the feeling that they suffer from imposter syndrome. Basically, imposter syndrome is the feeling that you aren’t what others think you are, whether it’s in your career, your relationships, or your personal endeavors. It’s the feeling that others think you’re more talented, capable, and amazing than you believe is true. Because of this, you constantly worry that people may see the truth and be utterly disappointed in you. These negativ

4 Reasons Not to Cancel Your Wedding

4 Reasons Not to Cancel Your Wedding

Making wedding plans can be stressful, especially if you’ve postponed your wedding or made changes to the guest list since the pandemic. If you find yourself feeling more and more anxious about your wedding plans or asking yourself if you really want to get married, you’re not alone. This is normal. It’s not a strange omen or sign that you should not get married. It’s typically “cold feet,” which is pre-wedding jitters. Pre-marriage jitters happen to most people, and they are

5 Green Flags to Look for in Your Relationship

5 Green Flags to Look for in Your Relationship

We’ve all been warned about red flags to watch for when dating a potential partner. Ignoring those warnings can lead to a relationship riddled with dysfunction. However, we rarely talk about the “green flags” to watch for in your relationship. Too often we get caught up in the negative parts of the relationship, so it’s important to make sure we’re fostering healthy, positive parts of the relationship. Below are signs that classify as “green flags.” 1. You can let your guard

Protecting Your Relationship from Daylight Savings

Protecting Your Relationship from Daylight Savings

If you’re still yawning by lunchtime, you could be struggling with the effects of daylight savings. Even a small loss of sleep when the clocks spring forward can make you more irritability or quick to anger. There is research suggesting that when the time changes, the number of heart attacks and car accidents increases. When you feel sleep-deprived, stress increases and can get passed to your partner. You may become more impulsive and frustrated, saying something hurtful or c

4 Reasons You Need to Take a Spring Break

4 Reasons You Need to Take a Spring Break

Spring break is right around the corner, and if you aren’t a college student or a parent of a school age child, it may seem odd to take a break in the spring. However, taking a spring break isn’t only for kids – it’s important for everyone. According to a US Travel Survey, before COVID-19 more than 55% of all Americans ended the year with unused vacation days. Although the pandemic may have changed how we take vacations, taking a break is crucial for your mental and physical

How Learning “Womanese” Enhances Communication with Your Partner

How Learning “Womanese” Enhances Communication with Your Partner

Men and women communicate differently and learning to accept and understand these differences enhances relationships. Some men are better than others when it comes to talking with and understanding women. In general, most men filter out unrelated information while women focus on details. Women generally multitask better while men tend to focus intensely on one task. How couples feel when they talk to each other can either unite or isolate. Most of us have witnessed women chat

Finding New Ways to Reunite with Your Child After a Divorce

Finding New Ways to Reunite with Your Child After a Divorce

Nothing is easy about a divorce, but one of the most heart-breaking aspects is feeling disconnected from your kids. You may not be able to stand your ex, but this should not be a reason to avoid being in your child’s life. A divorce is the end of the marriage, but your relationship with your children should continue, demonstrating unconditional love in good and bad times. Here are five suggestions that can help: 1. Make your presence consistent. Show your child they are a pri

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