This past Friday, I had the honor of attending the launch of African Women Judges: Storytelling as Judicial Freedom, edited by Professor J. Jarpa Dawuni—a distinguished academic, lawyer, and founder of the Institute for African Women in Law. Professor Dawuni’s work reaffirms that our identities as African women in law—and beyond—are not only multidimensional but…
A functioning alcoholic is someone who appears to manage their daily life—holding down a job, maintaining relationships, and fulfilling social obligations—despite a dependence on alcohol. They often drink heavily during off-hours but maintain an outward appearance of control, which allows them to deny or downplay their drinking problem.
By making self-care a daily habit, you’re not only improving your own mental health but also setting a powerful example for your children. Let’s make self-care a priority and embrace the joy that comes with taking care of ourselves.
