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Celebrating the Strength, Voice & Power of Women Everywhere By Jennifer L. Rowe, LCSW • Journey Life Balance www.journeylifebalance.com Instagram: @journeylifebalance International Women’s Day, celebrated globally on March 8 , honors the women who build, lead, nurture, advocate, create, and carry so much of the world’s emotional and invisible labor. This year, we celebrate women across every identity, background, age, and life experience — including women of color, LGBTQIA+ w

Women Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future By Jennifer L. Rowe, LCSW Journey Life Balance Instagram: @journeylifebalance www.journeylifebalance.com March is National Women’s History Month , a time to honor the often-overlooked contributions of women throughout history and into our present day. Every year, the National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA)  selects a theme that amplifies women’s voices and achievements. In 2026, the theme is “Leading the Change: Wo

Understanding Multiple Sclerosis & Supporting Well-Being: Awareness, Care, and Community By Jennifer L. Rowe, LCSW • Journey Life Balance Every year during Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Week  we have an opportunity to elevate understanding of MS, support people affected, and contribute to advocacy and research that moves us closer to better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. In 2026, MS Awareness Week runs March 8–14 , a global observance initiated by the National Multip

Why Unplugging Matters More Than Ever for Teens, College Students & Families By Jennifer L. Rowe, LCSW  • Journey Life Balance www.journeylifebalance.com Instagram: @journeylifebalance What Is National Day of Unplugging? National Day of Unplugging, observed the first Friday of every March , is a 24-hour pause inviting people to step away from technology, reconnect with themselves, and re-engage with real life. For teens, college students, and overwhelmed parents, this isn’t j

Supporting Teens in a World That Feels Heavy By Jennifer L. Rowe, LCSW • Journey Life Balance www.journeylifebalance.com Instagram: @journeylifebalance World Teen Mental Wellness Day, observed on March 2 , shines a spotlight on the emotional, academic, and social pressure teens are carrying — often quietly, often alone, and often long before their nervous system is fully developed. Today’s teens are navigating: academic pressure future uncertainty constant comparison unstable

By Jennifer L. Rowe, LCSW • Journey Life Balance www.journeylifebalance.com  • Instagram: @journeylifebalance March is National Social Work Month , and this year’s theme could not be more powerful or more timely: Social Workers: Uplift. Defend. Transform. This theme honors the core mission of social work — enhancing human well-being, protecting vulnerable populations, empowering communities, and supporting people who are facing barriers many never see. And let’s be honest… Th

Support for couples navigating rupture, repair, or separation This is hard. You’re not alone in it. Infidelity can feel like an earthquake in a relationship. Both partners may be hurting in different ways. This page is not about blame—it’s about clarity, support, and choosing a path forward with intention. You don’t need to decide everything today. 1. Slow Things Down Strong emotions make clear thinking harder. Helpful early agreements: Pause major decisions Limit repeated i

“She Heals Communities: Black Feminists Who Reimagined How We Care for Ourselves and Each Other” Black feminist scholars gave the world the language we use to speak about: • intersectionality • identity • oppression • healing • community care • self-preservation Pioneers of Healing Justice bell hooks Writer, feminist, cultural critic. “There is no such thing as a single-issue struggle because we do not live single-issue lives.” Kimberlé Crenshaw Legal

A Real-World Guide for When Your Brain Won’t Chill You’re not “bad at sleepovers.” Your brain just reacts differently when you’re away from your parents or main caregivers. That’s not weakness. It’s wiring. The goal isn’t to erase anxiety. It’s to manage it so it doesn’t control you. Why Family Sleepovers Can Feel Harder Than Friend Sleepovers This isn’t random. A few common reasons: Your safety brain is more attached to your parents Your nervous system feels safest with the

A gentle guide for when trust has been broken You’re not broken. You’re hurt. Discovering infidelity can shake your sense of safety, self-trust, and reality. You may feel overwhelmed, numb, angry, or unsure what to do next. All of that is normal. You don’t have to figure out the rest of your life today. This page is here to help you breathe, get grounded, and understand your options. 1. Take Care of Yourself First Before making big decisions, support your nervous system. Sma