Q.Would you please answer my question in your column so I can show it to my dad? So, my mom and dad divorced when I was 9. He remarried when I was 10 and moved away. Then he and his wife had a little boy. He’s four now. He’s my only sibling. I really love him, not in a stereotypical ...
Q. What’s the best life advice you have?
Mary Jo’s Response: Wow! What a great question! Let me first say that each of us is unique. What guides my life may not inspire you, although I hope at least some of my message touches your heart. I will start with two stories. I share them because ...
Q. I graduate next week! I can’t believe it. I’m sure you’ve heard this before, but now that it’s over, I feel like the last four years flew. Will you please put this in your column? I know teens read it. I want to tell them that they need to enjoy high school. Stay away from drama and ...
Q. I have a question that you may not have an answer for, but my mom reads your column every week and she said maybe you could give me perspective. Evidently you taught her. I hope that doesn’t make you feel old! The problem is my gramma. She was my primary parent. My mom had addiction ...
Dr. Mary Jo Podgurski has been awarded the American Association for Sexuality Education, Counseling and Therapy Humanitarian Award, the AASECT's highest award.
The award is presented to an individual or group who has contributed to the field of human sexuality through charitable events, ...
Comment about last week’s column on seeking employment: I heard from a reader who is an alumnus. I think his words are worthy of repeating: “Network. Network. Network. Have a good work ethic, make sure you’re seen, and don’t burn bridges. Maintain those connections, because if the right ...