10 Ways to Manage Single Mom Stress

  Sarah stood in her kitchen the morning after her office holiday party, staring at the leftover pecan pie. “I was doing so well,” she thought, remembering the stuffing, the gravy, and the two slices of pumpkin pie she happily devoured on Thanksgiving. Now Christmas gatherings were beginning, cookie exchanges were popping up on the calendar, and…

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Lisa recently ended her second serious relationship, frustrated and confused. “Why do I keep choosing partners who aren’t good for me?” she wondered. Her therapist encouraged her to explore her attachment style—something shaped long before adulthood. Lisa was surprised. What does childhood have to do with my dating life now? Attachment style refers to patterns of relating to…

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Stress is part of everyday life. Whether it’s related to relationships, finances, health, or work, stress represents the body’s natural response to challenges, change, and demands. In small doses, it can be helpful, motivating you to solve problems, stay focused, or persevere through difficult times. However, when stress becomes frequent or chronic, it can take…

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