By Sarah May The phone call—like any phone call from a hospital—was shocking and unexpected. “There’s been an incident involving your husband,” the woman on the other end told me vaguely. In a panic, I raced to the emergency room on pure adrenaline, praying over and over: “God, please let him be okay.” It didn’t... The post The Helicopter Crash I Hoped Would Save My Marriage appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

When it comes to haircare, there’s no universal formula that works for everyone. Our strands, just like our skin, have unique needs shaped by texture, porosity, environment, and lifestyle. Choosing the right products can feel overwhelming, but pairing the right Amika shampoo and conditioner can make all the difference between hair that merely looks good... The post Shampoo and Conditioner for Every Hair Type: A Practical Guide appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

The aftermath of abuse is complicated enough without having to figure out whether there’s a legal case to be made. Most survivors are just trying to get through the day, working on healing and finding some sense of stability again. But at some point, the question often comes up: what are my rights here? Can... The post Understanding Your Legal Rights After Abuse: What You Need to Know appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

According to recent global estimates from UNICEF, over 230 million girls and women alive today have undergone female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), which is actually a 15% increase from the data eight years ago. The report also shows how the pace of progress to end this human rights violation is slow. Raising awareness of the harmful... The post Podcast Series Teams Up With Non-Profit To Raise Awareness About The Impact of FGM In New Season appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

America’s women-owned businesses employ 11.4 million people and generate over $2.1 trillion in revenue annually. But women still own just 22.3% of employer businesses, and women-owned businesses generate just 4.84% of all business revenue overall. While bigger is by no means better, this disparity between the number of women’s businesses and their quantitative economic impact... The post New Data Shows The Highest-Rated Women-Owned Small Businesses in America appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

What lens do we shape, define and create our identities? What lens do we utilize when analyzing other identities? A new artist exhibition is challenging our existing ideas of identity by presenting a unique lens through which to view it. Our friends at The Untitled Space gallery in New York City is pleased to present... The post Artist Explores Desire, Power, And Objectification Through A BDSM Lens In New Solo Exhibition appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Global narratives are shaped by what we see, hear and read. Photography has the power to provoke, inspire and inform, but the lens through which the image is being taken matters a great deal. Women are still very underrepresented in the world of photography, as a 2016 World Press Photo survey found that only 15%... The post Foto Féminas Celebrates 10 Years Of Spotlighting Latin American & Caribbean Women Photographers In New Exhibit appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

By Rachel Lithgow When I tell people that I’ve written a book that, in part, deals with my online dating experiences over the course of a year, it opens the door to stories. So many stories. Forget about the political swamp of D.C., the landscape of the modern dating app is its own little simulacrum... The post Crypto Bros and Dating Woes: This Latest Trend May Be the Cringiest appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Your home’s cleanliness directly shapes your family’s well-being, affecting everything from how easily you breathe to how clearly you think each day. When you establish consistent cleaning habits, you’re not just tidying up—you’re creating an environment that actively supports both physical health and mental peace. A truly clean home relies on various tools and methods,... The post The Essential Guide to Maintaining a Clean and Healthy Home Environment appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

Have you ever noticed how the smallest detail can shift your entire mood? A pair of earrings, a bold lipstick, or that one accessory that feels unmistakably you, it’s more than decoration. It’s a mirror of confidence. The truth is, style isn’t only about what you wear, it’s about how it makes you feel. And... The post Accessory Identity: How One Detail Can Elevate How You Feel appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

It’s been described as “Judy Blume for adults”, a striking coming-of-age memoir amidst addiction, dysfunctional family and coming out. Emily Sayre Smith’s ‘Smartass: Memoir of a Mouthy Girl’ (out now from She Writes Press) is the perfect Fall read, a rousing memoir of a brash young ballerina from a dysfunctional family who achieves her greatest... The post New Memoir: Author Talks About Coming Out, Coming-Of-Age, and Self Acceptance In Her 20’s appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.

There are numerous benefits that come along with the age of 55, such as wisdom, experience, and in many cases, exclusive savings, which make the daily shopping process relatively cheaper.  Seniors possess significant purchasing power and demonstrate consistent, long-term buying patterns,  and most shops and brands across Canada are giving them special rates on groceries,... The post 6 Essential Store Discounts Every Senior In Canada Should Know About appeared first on GirlTalkHQ.