Control
This weekend, the hot topic around me was the issue of control. We as humans, some more than others, seem to have this innate need to control every aspect of our lives. That’s what we’re taught at a young age though, right? Think about it. Growing up, didn’t your parents and teachers tell you that … Read more
Timelines & Relationships
Recent conversations with friends caused my mind to wander about the topic of rushing into relationships. DISCLAIMER: These are only my thoughts on this matter and I am not trying to impose them on anyone else. Each person is entitled to their own opinions and beliefs. I do not believe in judging others. Are you … Read more
Finding Your Worth
Approximately three years ago, I was a single, bitter female who was secretly insecure and feared getting hurt again. After much work on myself with positive thinking, affirmations, prayer and wise advice, I saw my worth. I realized I am a GREAT catch and I have much to offer and that not just any man … Read more
Things He Wishes She Knew
Our last post gave all the men out there vital information on what women believe they NEED to know. After more informal surveys, this time of many different men, MyQismah is bringing that same helpful data to all the ladies. Men of different ages, races, and backgrounds have helped answer these questions and we aggregated … Read more
Things She wishes He knew
After a short hiatus, we are back. Sorry for all delay fans…life happened. We hope you missed MyQismah! Every where I go lately, it seems that men are telling me how complicated women are. Are women that complex? Can men really not understand us? Ladies, how do you feel about that? I actually don’t blame … Read more
The Marriage Crisis
Last week, I was chatting with a friend and she told me all about the Egyptian Carrie Bradshaw…yea, you read that right. So naturally I had to check her out. Who was this lady and what in the world was she doing to get so much attention? Her name is Ghada Abdul-Aal and she started … Read more
Affirmations
I was driving home from work today while listening to 89.3 KSBJ and the DJ mentions a great video about affirmations. She then played the audio on air and it brought an immediate smile to my face. Before you read on, please watch Jessica’s Daily Affirmation by clicking here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qR3rK0kZFkg Tell me that is not … Read more
Are you settling?
Updated 7/30/2010 8:06 a.m. I was at a birthday dinner with my girls and the topic of settling came up. Should anyone have to settle? Does accepting certain traits you normally don’t like mean you’re settling? How can you avoid settling? It seems that as we mature and go through greater experiences in the relationship … Read more
Torn
Worldnetweb.com defines the word torn as disrupted by the pull of contrary forces. This has been the only word I found to describe the feelings I’ve encountered throughout moments as a first-generation-immigrant-child. Have you ever felt like that? I know for me there has been an internal struggle and I’m sure many of you can … Read more
How to be more attractive
Lately, I’ve been thinking about what draws people to one another. Remember last week’s entry? About working on yourself instead of obsessing over finding the one? [all you have to do is scroll down to see it ] Well, #2 step had to do with having a positive attitude and I think that can only … Read more
