November 2024 - Page 2 of 3 - The Good Wives' Network

Meditation helps calm the mind by fostering relaxation and reducing stress. Here’s how it works: 1. Focus on the Present • Meditation encourages you to concentrate on the present moment rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Techniques like focusing on your breath or a mantra help anchor your thoughts. 2....Read More

Auto immune disease, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Women's Health, Women's Health

Munchausen by Internet and the Rise of Faked Death Hoaxes: When Lies Go Viral

November 16, 2024

gypsy rose blanchard, Munchausen By Proxy Syndrome, suicide awareness, true crime

The internet has transformed how we connect, share, and support one another. However, it has also provided a platform for deception and manipulation, including one particularly troubling phenomenon: Munchausen by Internet and the rise of faked death hoaxes. My Experience with Munchausen by Internet and a Faked Death Hoax On May 4, 2024, Kentucky Derby...Read More

Mental Health, True Crime

Forensic Psychology: “Unmasking Deception: The Psychology Behind ‘Duper’s Delight'”

November 15, 2024

In high-stakes interrogations, courtroom dramas, and even everyday interactions, there’s a subtle but telltale expression that can reveal a hidden agenda. Known as “duper’s delight,” this fleeting smile or smirk is a psychological phenomenon that sometimes appears when a person takes pleasure in deceiving others. For those studying true crime or interested in the psychology...Read More

Forensic Psychology, True Crime

Dupers delight, forensic psychology, psychology, true crime

Holiday Helpful Hints: My Favorite Sweet Potato Casserole Holiday Recipe

November 14, 2024

Here’s a classic sweet potato casserole recipe that’s creamy, sweet, and topped with a crunchy pecan topping! Ingredients: Sweet Potato Mixture: • 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes) • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 2 large eggs, beaten • 1/2 cup melted butter • 1/3 cup milk • 1 tsp vanilla...Read More

Holidays, Lifestyle, Recipes, Women's Health, Women's Health

Wicked Wednesday’s: “A Mother’s Crime, A Nation’s Outrage: The Letters Opposing Susan Smith’s Parole”

November 13, 2024

Wicked Wednesday’s: In November 1994, the horrifying story of Susan Smith shocked the world. The South Carolina mother confessed to killing her two young sons by strapping them into their car seats and letting the car roll into a lake. Now, after nearly 30 years in prison, Smith is facing a parole hearing on November...Read More

True Crime

family annihilator, moms who kill, parole, Susan Smith, true crime

Mental Health Awareness: How Long-Term Opioid Use Effects Your Body and Finding Alternatives

November 12, 2024

1. Physical Effects: • Tolerance and Dependence: Over time, the body builds a tolerance, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect, leading to dependence where the body relies on opioids to function normally. • Hormonal Imbalance: Chronic opioid use can disrupt hormonal balance, leading to issues like decreased libido, fatigue, and reproductive health problems....Read More

Lifestyle, Mental Health, Women's Health

addiction, medicine, mental health, opiods, recovery

Delphi Monon Bridge Site of Murders of Libby German and Abby Williams

Seven Years Later: Richard Allen Convicted in the Delphi Murders of Abby & Libby

November 12, 2024

The Delphi Murders, a case that has haunted the small town of Delphi, Indiana, since the brutal slayings of two young girls in 2017, has finally seen a major legal development with the recent verdict. The murder trial for the deaths of Liberty German and Abigail Williams, often referred to as “Libby” and “Abby,” captivated...Read More

Cold Case, Trials, True Crime

delphi murders, Libby & Abby, Odinisim, Richard Allen, Staged crime scene, true crime

Embracing Self-Care as a Woman: The Benefits of Counting Your Blessings

November 10, 2024

Counting your blessings, or practicing gratitude, can have a significant positive impact on both your mental and physical well-being. Here are some of the main benefits: 1. Improved Mental Health: Focusing on the positive aspects of your life can reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. By acknowledging and appreciating what you have, you shift your...Read More

Holidays, Lifestyle, Women's Health

blessed, giving, gratitude, holidays, mental health, thankful, Thanksgiving, women stories

The Tragic Case of Amanda Overstreet

November 8, 2024