Jessica Smock's Blog, page 15

June 23, 2015

Only When Her Real Friends Are Busy

Today’s question comes from a woman who feels that a friend only seeks her out when her “real” friends are busy. But Nina wonders if our letter writer’s assumptions are getting in the way of her enjoying the friendship as it is now. Do you have a question for Nina? Use our anonymous form. You […]


The post Only When Her Real Friends Are Busy appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on June 23, 2015 06:52

June 17, 2015

HerStories Voices: One Child

This week's column is about exciting news that brings up painful memories from the past.


The post HerStories Voices: One Child appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on June 17, 2015 14:19

June 9, 2015

What To Do When Your Friends and Family Make Racist Comments

How do you deal with friends or family members who make offensive generalizations or outright racist comments? Today’s question deals with that exact issue, and it’s a tough one to answer.


The post What To Do When Your Friends and Family Make Racist Comments appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on June 09, 2015 05:01

May 28, 2015

Our Summer Writing Class: Write Your Way to a Better Blog

Find out about our summer writing class: Write Your Way to a Better Blog!


The post Our Summer Writing Class: Write Your Way to a Better Blog appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on May 28, 2015 03:00

May 26, 2015

Staying Friendly Without Becoming Friends

Today’s HerTake question is from a woman who is asking how to stay cordial with someone you see often without committing to a friendship.


The post Staying Friendly Without Becoming Friends appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on May 26, 2015 03:00

May 12, 2015

HerTake: When All Your Friendships Feel Shallow

Today’s question is from an introverted woman who feels she lacks deep friendships in her life, despite many acquaintances and social activities. Do you have a question for Nina? Use our anonymous form. You can read Nina’s answers to past questions here.   Dear Nina, During the years after college, I drifted away from most of my […]


The post HerTake: When All Your Friendships Feel Shallow appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on May 12, 2015 03:00

May 7, 2015

HerStories Voices: I Am Here

Today's HerStories Voices is an essay by Suzanne Perryman about the quiet, powerful bond between a mother and her daughter.


The post HerStories Voices: I Am Here appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on May 07, 2015 02:06

April 28, 2015

HerTake: When a Close Friend Does Not Support Your Passion

Today’s question for Nina Badzin's HerTake column is from a writer and blogger wondering how to handle a close friend who is dismissive of her work.


The post HerTake: When a Close Friend Does Not Support Your Passion appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on April 28, 2015 03:00

April 21, 2015

A Review and Giveaway of Dumped: Women Unfriending Women

Allie Smith reviews Dumped: Women Unfriending Women, an essay collection about women who are discarded by their close friends.


The post A Review and Giveaway of Dumped: Women Unfriending Women appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on April 21, 2015 02:39

April 14, 2015

HerTake: Missing Friendships with the Opposite Sex

Today’s question for our HerTake advice column with Nina Badzin comes from a married woman who misses having close friendships with men.


The post HerTake: Missing Friendships with the Opposite Sex appeared first on The HerStories Project.

 •  0 comments  •  flag
Share on Twitter
Published on April 14, 2015 06:29