EDITOR'S REFLECTION + FEEDBACK A Road Map to Improve Wellbeing in the New Normal
It’s hard to believe I’m seeing 2023 on the calendar, and yet here we are – that time of year when the slate feels clean. If the years since the pandemic started have taught us anything, it’s that emotional wellbeing is an essential part of overall health. The COVID-19 crisis not only affected individuals' physical health, but it also significantly impacted their mental health and wellbeing — and women largely bore the brunt.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY: JUSTIN BOWENS
Marking our magazine’s second anniversary, we have seen powerful and unapologetic childless women grace our magazine cover and over 70 writers challenged readers with personal narratives and expert advice to improve mental wellness by incorporating self-reflection practices. The stories in this issue remind us that wellbeing extends to all elements of one’s life – the practical, the emotional, the interpersonal, which in turn affects one’s relationships with others and self. From the positive effects of daily meditation to navigating life single and childless, to new mindset routines, in this issue, we pushed the boundaries and expanded the definition of wellbeing and various ways to achieve it.
With gratitude,
Wellbeing is also giving flowers to childless female representation in therapy and wellness, all who bear witness to our pain, while empowering the emotional wellbeing of the childless community. Jobi Tyson, MBA @tutumjournal @childlesswomen Facebook.com/childlesswomen YouTube.com/childlesswomen
So, as we get settled in the new year, let’s allow ourselves to show up for ourselves – in all its forms. Up next: Our summer issue’s theme will be Legacy. We’re seeking diverse childless female voices and subject matter experts. Deadline for submissions is March 21, 2023. For submission details, visit TutumJournal.com.
TUTUM SURVEY
WHAT YOU TOLD US To carefully curate each issue’s theme to support and strengthen the mental well-being of involuntarily childless women, we asked our readers: I am satisfied with my emotional wellbeing.
43% Yes
57% No
I have committed to improving my emotional wellbeing.
94% Yes
6% No
“Wellness encompasses a healthy body, a sound mind, and a tranquil spirit. Enjoy the journey as you strive for wellness.” — Laurette Gagnon Beaulieu www.tutumjournal.com
5
