Articles in “Dear Alena”

Why women complain about their Husbands (and how to stop it)

In today’s culture, many women unknowingly fall into the habit of complaining about their husbands, not realising how it fosters negativity and resentment. It weakens trust and connection, trapping couples in a cycle of dissatisfaction. Learn how to break free from this habit and protect your love.

How to forgive yourself for your past mistakes.

Many of us struggle with our past mistakes, and allow it to cast shadows on our self-esteem. Women especially fear reprise, judgement, and gossip, and live in shame when they needn’t. So how can we change our mindsets, and learn to truly forgive ourselves?

I don't want to return to work after having a baby

What to say when your family and friends question your decision about not returning to work after having a baby.

In a world that values and glorifies the working mother, read our advice on how to stand up to cultural assumptions and expectations.

Ladylike ways to deal with sneezes and sniffles

Having the sniffles is never fun, especially when you don’t know whether it is polite or not to blow your nose in public. Etiquette Expert offers her advice on what to do when you have to navigate the task of blowing your nose, cough or sneeze in a formal setting.