A Pause for Reflection Have you been in a relationship for years, your children now in secondary school or moved out? As I walked with my dog this morning, these questions stirred within me. How stands your marriage or partnership? Does work, household, family, and other obligations take precedence? Do you sometimes forget yourself, neglecting rest or that sense of femininity? This reflection hit home for me—I’ve caught myself prioritizing duties over self-care, a common trap