Publisher’s Blog

There’s a line I’ve hummed a hundred times, barely aware of the power in the words: “Everybody dies, but not everybody lives.” It’s from a song by Nicki Minaj, and while I’ve sung it absentmindedly, I recently caught myself truly reflecting on what I was saying. Those words hold a depth we sometimes overlook in the rush of daily life. If everyone dies, but not everyone lives, then what does it mean to truly live? Are we simply existing, or are we actively embracing life, creating memories and moments that matter? In the song, [...]

There’s a beautiful tension many women experience throughout their lives—the balance between pursuing our own ambitions and dedicating ourselves to the dreams of others. We often find ourselves standing at the intersection of personal aspirations and the selfless act of supporting someone else’s vision. It can feel like a sacrifice, and at times, we wonder if we’re delaying or even abandoning our own purpose.   But what if the very act of serving someone else’s dream is part of the path toward fulfilling our own?   I recently found myself reflecting on this paradox [...]

Friendship is often considered one of life’s most precious gifts, but like any relationship, friendships can evolve over time. Sometimes, this evolution leads to a natural separation when one person outgrows the other. No one enjoys ending a friendship, but clinging to something that no longer fits can be just as uncomfortable as trying to squeeze into a pair of jeans from high school. Even in the public eye, friendships can come to an end as individuals grow in different directions. Take, for example, Gwyneth Paltrow and Winona Ryder. The two were once inseparable, [...]

DUALITY OF PERSPECTIVE The Path to Understanding and Empowerment In the rich tapestry of life, each thread tells a different story, colored by individual experiences and viewpoints. Recently, while spending time with a dear friend, we delved into a fascinating discussion about how two people can witness the same event yet walk away with vastly different interpretations. This divergence, often rooted in our unique life journeys, underscores the profound impact of perspective on our personal experiences. From our earliest moments, the environments in which we grow begin to shape our views of the world. [...]

Accepting Help is an Admirable Trait In this month's issue of Today's Woman, we celebrate the winners of the 2024 Most Admired Woman Awards, each embodying the strength, resilience, and grace we all aspire to. As we honor these exceptional women, I want to reflect on a trait that is often overlooked but is profoundly admirable: the ability to accept help. For many strong, independent women, the idea of accepting help can feel like an admission of weakness. We are taught to be self-reliant, to solve our problems on our own, and to view [...]

Don't Let Your Dreams Expire The Lemon Bar Lesson Sometimes life gives us lemons, and sometimes it gives us lemon bar mix. Recently, I decided to bake lemon bars with my granddaughter, a sweet treat we’d both been looking forward to making together. As I reached for the box of mix that had been sitting on my pantry shelf for over a year, my excitement turned to disappointment when I discovered it was no longer good. That box of lemon bar mix, bought with the intention of creating a joyful memory, had silently expired [...]