Wise Dating Written by: Charneise Alston, M.Ed Did you know that singles are now the largest population in America in contrast to married adults? Wow! Increasingly so, millennials are in the driver’s seat of their own destiny and no longer rushing to the altar. I believe that singles are taking their time to discover their […]
Welcoming Rejection Written by: Charneise Alston, M.Ed No matter how it is served, the bite of rejection is always hurtful. Rejection causes emotional pain that lingers with the memory of the experience. The feelings from being rejected range from slight discomfort to anger depending on how a person copes with disappointment. In addition, rejection can […]
Happily Ever After Written by: Charneise Alston, M.Ed The Walt Disney company coined the phrase “happily ever after” to insinuate a happy ending. As a woman, I grew up hearing the social messaging that my “happily ever after” would result from meeting my Prince Charming. Consequently, I held an ingrained belief that the state of […]
Weathering Seasonal Friendships Written by: Charneise Alston, M.Ed I dare to say that the majority of friendships accumulated throughout one’s lifetime are seasonal. Does that sound absurd? If not, then I was completely unprepared for this life lesson. In a world filled with billions of people, it is very comforting when you meet someone and […]
The Journey Begins Written by: Charneise Alston, M.Ed Today I decided to take a leap of faith by following a life-long dream which has led me to you, hello. I am a 35-year-old woman who is desperately hoping that one day it’ll all make sense. As I dive into the deep waters of adulthood and try […]