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Don't fret. Depression is very common. Many will experience some type of depression in their life time. Depression is a serious mental disorder that shouldn't be ignored. A major depressive disorder is defined as a persistent low mood that is accompanied by low self-esteem and by a loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities. The disorder is a disabling condition that adversely affects a person's family, work, or school life, sleeping and eating habits, and general health. In the United States, around 3.4% of people with major depression commit suicide, and up to 60% of people who commit suicide had depression or another mood disorder. Due to the severity of depression one should always be informed of the symptoms and treatment plans.  Educate yourself on depression and keep a close watch on friends and/or family who you think may be suffering from this disorder. Symptoms may include: irritability (short fuse) pess...

Let's think about the lyrics in, "I'm Every Woman," a song sang by Whitney Houston. "Whatever you want, whatever you need Anything you want done, baby, I'll do it naturally 'Cause I'm every woman (every woman) It's all in me, it's all in me, yeah!" The lyrics suggest that women can do it all with no problems. We know the vessel called female is pertinent to life, her body is used to nurture, protect, produce, and love. She is the glue that holds the family together. However, when a woman is broken, things around her fall apart. It's vital for the female to take care of herself, she's similar to the engine of a car, without her nothing will run. Just like that engine needs routine oil changes and maintenance so does she. In fact, recent studies show women suffer more mental health issues than men due to the stress of juggling their career, family, and other leadership roles. In the midst of being every woman, she forgets a...

I'm not a Traditional Girl in any kind of way, I realized a long time ago no one is perfect no matter what they say. I'm not traditional in any kind of way, I live my life for me pursuing true happiness each day. I'm not traditional in any kind of way, I'm a queen, I make my own rules you can leave or stay. I'm not traditional in any kind of way, like me, love me, it doesn't matter what anyone thinks, touché.   I'm not traditional in any kind of way, my life is mine, and I'm loving the image I portray.   I'm not traditional in any kind of way, I have a fun personality that inspires others to play.    I'm not traditional in any kind of way, I talk to the Lord daily not just on Sunday.   I'm not traditional in any kind of way, I celebrate life yearly not just on my birthday.   I'm not a Traditional Girl in any kind of way, I create my own legacy to obey.  ...