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Articles by Yvette R. Murray
Hesitance in Heels: My First Night Out After the Storm
Nine months ago I was sitting on the couch in the furnished apartment I’d just moved into with tears streaming down my face. I secured it right before leaving for Florida for the holidays a few months prior without ever stepping foot in it. In November, I took one last bike ride through my San Diego neighborhood and rode by it. I stopped to look at it from the outside. It was surreal knowing this would be my new home upon my return in January and that I would be living in it…alone.
The Fine Line Between Aging and Aesthetics
The Fine Line Between Aging and Aesthetics 3 Ways to Approach Beauty, Wellness, and Growing Older with Grace For centuries, beauty has been defined in various ways. For ancient Egyptians it was symmetry, slender bodies, kohl-lined eyes and adorned hair and what did it for the Greeks, was an athletic build and pale skin. Medieval times saw purity and deity along with high foreheads and soft features as traits of admiration.
The Weight of Love
An Empath’s Journey Through Relationships An empath is one who takes on the emotions and moods of others as their own. They say empaths go through two transformative journeys in their lives: one of innocence and wide eyed hopefulness and the other, an awakening empowerment. I had only experienced the first part of this journey, until now. The second part hit me like like a punch to the gut wrapped in a whisper — unexpected, intimate, and brutal.
Trimming Down the Family Tree: Reasons for Low Birth Rates from a Global and Gender Perspective
In recent years there has been an increasing chatter regarding low birth rates on a global level. I’ve read, listened, and held conversations on this topic from the perspective of both sides of the sexes and interestingly enough, for many, although their viewpoints are quite different, their ultimate goals are the same. Let’s begin on the other side of the world. I read in a recent article about the 4B Movement in South Korea which began around 2018/2019.
How Social Media Impacts Modern Love
The dating world for me as a twenty-something was during a time when in order to meet people you had to physically go out to a bar, party, or other social gatherings with a couple of blind date set ups by friends thrown in every once in a while. It was always rather exciting to anticipate a night out with friends and the possibility of meeting someone new.
Non-Traditional Real Talks with My Kids on Love, Sex, and Marriage
By Yvette Murray If I were to describe today's construct of love, sex, marriage, and overall human connection in art form, it would definitely be Brutalism. I see people walking around as rough, unpolished beings slightly draped with a decorative veil of social media posts, selfies, memes, and sex-driven bait clicks; just enough design to sheer the minimal, cold undertones that beautifully...
Everything you always wanted to know about therapy but were afraid to ask
Everything you always wanted to know about therapy but were afraid to ask By Yvette Murray Choosing to go to therapy may feel scary and overwhelming. Some may even have the belief that a therapist tells you what to do to ‘solve’ your problem. Therapy over the years has been stigmatized, but as we become more aware of mental health, the stigma has lessened.
May December Romances
By Yvette Murray When it comes to older women dating younger men, there are several key misconceptions that are worth addressing. It's important to dispel these mistruths and recognize that age should not be a barrier to a healthy and fulfilling relationship. Here are some common fallacies when it comes to May December romances:
MJ Gandon of SPF Dermatology Shares 8 Things You Must Do When Looking for a Good Injector
By Yvette Murray Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Monique Jeannine Gandon's, or as friends, family, and patients like to call her, MJ, passion for skincare started at a young age when she tested various skin and beauty products in the industry. She was introduced by her mother to an Aesthetic NP by the name of Dr. Madelyn Mitjans who'd been practicing...
A Look at the Stages of Life through the Lens of Love of Sexuality
By Yvette Murray Sex was a taboo topic at home. It was not openly discussed and the only lesson I received from my mom was one of warning. "Don't ever show up in this house pregnant. Do not open your legs for no one, not even the Prince of England.". Uh ooook? So, from that moment on, I fumbled clumsily through puberty, young adulthood, and eventually womanhood chock full of naivety...
Listen to Me - Supporting a Friend Experiencing a Mental Health Problem
By Yvette Murray Have you ever felt at a loss of what to say or do when a friend is going through a mental health difficulty? Or do you have an answer for their problem before they have finished telling you what their problem is? Not having all the answers when supporting a friend experiencing a mental health difficulty is not necessarily a bad thing. Resist the urge to fix.
Briefcase to Baby Bottle Balancing Act
By Yvette Murray Briefcase to Baby Bottle Balancing Act The Importance of a Woman's Financial Independence One's experiences, good and bad, are all teachable moments, even though you may not see the lesson at the time. I think it's what molds and prepares us for the journey ahead. When I decided to write about this topic, I reflected back at key moments that I believe led me to where I am now; a moment that I always envisioned but thought would never...
Envisioning the future of workplace mental health
By Yvette Murray A popular quote by Wayne Dyer goes “If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change”. Perhaps changing the way we look at what constitutes a healthy workplace may change the fact that psychological health problems are costing the Canadian economy around $51 billion per year, $20 billion of which results from work-related causes.
Hallandale’s Gee Gym Fitness House is A Modern Take on Personalized Fitness
Upon entering Gee Gym’s doors in Hallandale Beach, you will find that it stands out from most local gyms. The graffiti-style walls, hand painted by a local artist, will immediately capture your attention as it fuses a modern, boutique-style look with some South Florida street flare. The family-owned business is operated by Anton and Lena Gee who are fitness enthusiasts with ten years of experience in the industry.
Seven ways to cope with the winter blues
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Winter blues are more common than you might think. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that people in northern climates usually experience during the fall and winter months, when there’s less sunlight. I’d like to share some ways to practise self-care when feeling the winter blues, which you can also use to help keep them at bay. Taking these steps doesn’t mean you won’t ever feel sad, but they will assist you in moving through the symptoms.
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