In our society, conflict generally has a negative connotation. It’s common to think that the best way to safe and secure relationships is to avoid all disagreements — fewer disagreements means less fighting, equals happier relationships. Given this messaging, our bickering made me worry about the health and stability of my relationship.

The pressure of perfection is something that so many of us carry the weight of. Whether it’s being the perfect worker, partner, parent, child, or friend, we feel the need to be flawless. But as I have mentioned before, there is no such thing as perfection – it is unattainable.

It doesn’t matter how many times we receive feedback that we’re beautiful, intelligent, kind, or anything positive — we will struggle to accept compliments if we don’t believe that we actually embody those attributes.

During a conversation with my boyfriend a few months ago, he made a comment that brought up feelings of extreme insecurity for me in that moment.

It’s been assumed that this is happening because women want to concentrate on their professional lives and career advancement, but is that the real reason?

The entertainment world is abuzz about the recently released romantic comedy, Crazy Rich Asians.

I’m a firm believer that it’s how we handle life’s challenges that really defines us.

When I went to see Bishop T. D. Jakes speak, he said many amazing things—but there was one key moment that brought me to my knees.

While we did learn yoga asanas at the ashram, it was learning to practice mindfulness that really changed my outlook and made me feel more grounded in my life.

The single best piece of career advice that I have ever received is always spend less than you make. Why? Because doing so will ultimately give you freedom.