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Here's What to Do If Menopause Gaslighting Comes for You‘You eat too much’ and ‘you’ve got herpes’ are ways ill-informed doctors have misdiagnosed Black women's symptoms. Plus: 5 ways to access better care.

Three Reasons Every Sister Needs This in Her PurseThis little item never fails to reduce my stress, help me remember names, and make me happier, so I won’t leave home without one.

What to Do With All Those PhotosI’m getting 35,000+ pictures and videos off my phone and into my life where I can enjoy the milestones, memories, and special moments.

I Tried This, and it Was Sooo Relaxing!This weekend, try ditching technology to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. I’m definitely cool with being old school.

Feel-Good Fashion You Need in Your LifeWith dopamine dressing, you can spark a fun mood for work or the weekend. Shop sales and your closet for a budget-friendly boost that doesn’t break the bank.

7 Everyday Habits That Double as MeditationMantras not your thing? All you need is an open mind and an activity that helps quiet it.

When Grownup Siblings Grow ApartAs kids, sibs can be built-in best friends. Once they’re grown and flown, that can change. Learn habits that may help build happier, stronger bonds.

I Fell in Love With a Soldier — Here’s Why I Pray for Military Spouses‘By the time I grabbed the phone, there was only a loud buzz, a line full of static and then nothing until my guttural scream pierced the air. … I needed to hear his voice.’

www.sistersletter.com/work-money/own-your-presence-and-get-mad-respect

Own Your Presence and Get Mad Respect

Unfortunately, people too often disrespect Black women. Four female leaders and coaches share how to stand tall, set boundaries and school the offenders.

Sisters from AARP

www.sistersletter.com/culture/they-are-the-first-in-their-families-to-attend-college

They Are the First in Their Families to Attend College

This HBCU administrator says first-generation students enrolled during the pandemic are getting an education in survival.

Sisters from AARP

www.sistersletter.com/health/dont-let-your-doctor-dismiss-you-as-a-number-on-the-scale

Don't Let Your Doctor Dismiss You as a Number on the Scale

Women are fed up with being fat-shamed by physicians who ignore their symptoms. Bias could be deadly. Hear from patients who fought back, got respect and got healthy.

Sisters from AARP

www.sistersletter.com/health/bladder-911-after-too-many-bathroom-emergencies-i-learned-how-to-pee-better

Bladder 911: After Too Many Bathroom Emergencies, I Learned How to Pee Better

When it came to number one, I was making a few mistakes. With these pro tips, I can breathe a sigh of relief when it's time to relieve myself.

Sisters from AARP

www.sistersletter.com/health/medicalgaslighting-the-health-threat-black-women-cant-ignore

#MedicalGaslighting: The Health Threat Black Women Can't Ignore

Don't settle for any provider who disregards your instinct and input. Here's how I took control when a doctor dismissed my health concerns.

Sisters from AARP

Every Little Step: The Song That's the Story of Our Lives

As we ran through Historic Washington, I strolled down memory lane, thinking about all the races of the military lifestyle we'd run over the past 31 years, determined to finish together, no matter what.

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