The self-abandonment trap: The truth about over-giving💔

by Karen Strang Allen | Jul 23, 2025 | Becoming an empowered woman, Creating healthy relationships

“Over-giving is the disguise of a woman afraid she’ll be left behind.” – Karen Strang Allen   Do you find yourself constantly giving in relationships—your time, your energy, your heart—only to feel drained and unappreciated in return? You’re not...

The real reason it’s so hard to leave a toxic relationship

by Karen Strang Allen | Jul 15, 2025 | Creating healthy relationships, Recovering from loss & heartbreak

“You’re not staying because you’re weak. You’re staying because you were taught love means sacrifice.” – Karen Strang Allen   You knew he was wrong for you. You had sleepless nights, a pit in your stomach, and a voice in your head whispering, “This...

Why being “too nice” can be dangerous in love

by Karen Strang Allen | Jul 9, 2025 | Creating healthy relationships, Dating

“Being a good person doesn’t mean tolerating bad behaviour.” – Karen Strang Allen   Are you the kind of person who always sees the best in others and gives the benefit of the doubt? Who puts others first, avoids conflict and apologizes even when it’s...

Focus forward: Why your future vision matters more than your past experiences

by Karen Strang Allen | Jun 18, 2025 | Finding your soulmate, Living your best life

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt   When it comes to love, so many women feel stuck…trapped in a cycle of fear, doubt and hesitation. And if you’ve been hurt before, it’s easy to see why....

From doubt to determination: Believing in yourself

by Karen Strang Allen | Jun 10, 2025 | Becoming an empowered woman, Living your best life

“Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford   Did you know you can achieve just about anything in life if you change one simple thing? And that thing is your beliefs. And specifically, your belief in yourself—in your...