Finding the perfect balance between work and life demands is not easy, but much needed. Unfortunately, due to the global economy, most people have to work harder in order to afford what can be considered basic human needs such as housing.  Moreover, social media can also put us under pressure, making us feel like we […]

To set healthy boundaries with family is hard. As you get older, you might realize that your parents or certain family members have toxic behaviors that you, simply, can no longer put up with. So, you draw a line in the sand. But then, that line quickly becomes blurry.  You might struggle to stick with […]

At some point in our lives, we all experience disagreements in our families. Whether it's a squabble over who gets the last slice of pizza or a deeper conflict about values and respect, these moments can leave us feeling frustrated, upset, and sometimes even hurt. Have you experienced this? If so, you're not alone! Conflict […]

You aren’t destined to become your parents—no matter how much society tries to tell us this is the case. While some of us love our parents (and we’d go to the moon and back for them), as we get older, we might notice a crossroads in life. You notice your parent's or family’s cycles of […]

Experiencing a divorce or a breakup can be challenging for everyone involved. It can be especially tough to face the holiday season after a divorce. In fact, for many divorcees, the holidays can bring to the surface a lot of feelings like sadness, grief, anxiety, regret, loneliness, and more. It's difficult to face change in […]

Holiday stress is all too real. If you’re not stressing about what to get people or bring to that family gathering, you might feel straight-up anxious about interacting with relatives or digging up old drama. It’s no surprise why about 41% of people report increased stress during the holiday season. And it can even continue […]

Thanksgiving is a beautiful time of year—a day set aside to reflect on gratitude, gather with loved ones, and enjoy way too much pie. But let’s be honest: for many of us, it can also feel a bit… predictable. We eat the same foods, have the same conversations, and watch the same football games year […]

Parenting is quite rewarding, but of course it can also be tough. One challenge many face is the tendency for parents to become codependent on their children. This occurs when parents rely excessively on their children for emotional support, validation, and identity. While it is natural to seek love and connection from our children, it […]

Sibling rivalry is quite common in every family. However, it can become more daunting when children from different parents are combined in a blended family. There are certainly adjustments to be made on everyone’s part. In blended families, sibling rivalry can occur due to the normal reasons like fighting over toys or attention. But it […]