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Women’s History Month: Writing Women Back into History
To celebrate Women’s History Month, do you want a quick history of the roles of women in shaping America in the last century? In the early 20th century, women’s suffrage became a hot political issue and strong women worked hard to achieve the vote. But by the 1950’s, when Betty Freidan identified “the problem that has no name,” many women had relinquished their power outside the home. The women’s movement, beginning in the 1960’s moved women to the forefront and revived their place as movers and shakers in society. And … Continue reading
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Women’s History Month: Honoring Women in March
Did you know that in 1987, the U.S. Congress declared March to be Women’s History Month? Is this one of America’s best-kept secrets? Although women have contributed to society and culture throughout history, these gifts weren’t recognized until 1911, when International Women’s Day was first established in Europe to be celebrated on March 8th. Nearly a century later, even with Women’s Studies departments a part of most universities, women’s accomplishments are still not well represented in educational materials. So this year, the theme of Women’s History Month is overcoming our … Continue reading
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Haitian Earthquake: Recovery after Loss of Loved One
Like the people of Haiti, trust that you will recover after the loss of your loved one. You can increase your capacity to be resilient. It’s not easy to maintain a sense of optimism under these circumstances, but you can thrive in the face of adversity. Call on your faith or spirituality. Develop strategies to manage stress and release tension through relaxation exercises. You may find that you have deeper reserves of courage than you realize. Thankfully, the world continues to respond to the havoc the Haitian earthquake has created … Continue reading
Haitian Earthquake and the Loss of a Loved One
Days after a 7.0 earthquake devastated Port-au-Prince, the capital city of Haiti, family members battled for a proper burial of their loved ones. Time and again, tragedy followed moments of hope. Yet, despite the death and destruction, the people struggled to survive. And hundreds took to the streets, singing and chanting amid huge mounds of rubble – a clear sign of the resilience of the human spirit. While not in such desperate circumstances, perhaps you too have suffered the death of a loved one. Although you may want the pain … Continue reading
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