"The night they took me from my mother, I wasn't scared of losing her—I was terrified of losing school. It was my only safe place, my only constant. I had made a promise to my brother, and nothing—not foster care, not instability—could break it. This is the story of how education became my lifeline and led me to a future I never thought possible."| Love What Matters
“I remember screaming, ‘This can’t be happening. Why is this happening?’ After five consecutive losses, we were stunned when we got the call: We were going to go from a childless home to two babies born less than six months apart!”| Love What Matters
More couples are choosing a “sleep divorce” for better rest. Discover why separate beds are on the rise, the benefits and drawbacks backed by expert research, and how you can maintain intimacy—all explained with data, expert insights, and actionable tips.| Love What Matters
Resilience isn’t innate; it’s a skill developed through experience. According to Dr. Lucy Hone, co-director of the New Zealand Institute of Wellbeing and Resilience, “Resilient people don’t bounce back from adversity; they move through it with purpose and strength.” Let’s explore how these 9 challenges can shape you into someone more resilient than most.| Love What Matters
In life, we cross paths with many people, but only a few leave a lasting imprint. Some relationships help us grow, others challenge us, and a rare few change us forever. These three kinds of relationships shape who we become and teach us the most profound lessons about life and love. Understanding the purpose each one serves can help us appreciate these connections and nurture them in a way that transforms us for the better. Here are the three life-changing relationships we all need and how e...| Love What Matters
Friendship is one of the most fulfilling relationships we experience in life, bringing joy, support, and a sense of belonging. But not all friendships are alike—each one fills a unique role that shapes who we are and who we become. Recognizing the different types of friends we have can help us appreciate each relationship for what it brings and nurture them accordingly.| Love What Matters
When we experience heartbreak, it can feel as painful as any physical wound. And that’s not just a metaphor—research shows that our brain processes heartbreak similarly to physical pain. In many ways, losing love is like facing a real, tangible loss, one that can leave us grappling with a profound sense of emptiness and hurt. …| Love What Matters
"What a burden, but also what a joy, to be the person who provides the space where she can break down, then rally and face the world with a smile."| Love What Matters
"There's a reason why they call this season of life 'the trenches.'"| Love What Matters
"I lost the most important and influential person in my life, my dad. A little while ago, his legacy came to fruition as I was standing in line at a grocery store."| Love What Matters
