Navigating the complexities of relationships, especially when it involves our children, can be challenging. It’s not uncommon for parents to have reservations or concerns about their child’s choice of partner. Below is an offering of guidance and insight on how to approach your feelings of dislike towards your daughter’s boyfriend, while emphasizing the importance of …
Emotional baggage from the past is something that drags a lot of us down each time we try to move on. Forgiveness is the way to drop this baggage and start a new journey in your life. Although it’s not that easy, forgiving those that have wronged you and leaving harsh feelings in the past …
Often we hear how family is a single unit and should remain so. However, there are certain families with a member or two who feel disconnected from the rest. They’re usually referred to as the black sheep of the family who don’t come home very much, or who’re not allowed to come home. Bringing back …
“Tell me with whom you associate, and I will tell you who you are.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Your friends affect how you feel, what you think, and who you become as a person. As adults we rarely focus upon making new friends or consider evaluating the effect that our current friends may be …
Living with parents who struggle with mental illness is never easy, but it’s manageable. Parents suffering from mental disorders can create an uncomfortable living experience for their children, often harming their physical and emotional development. Fortunately, you can navigate this with proper awareness and support. Here are some things you can do when living with …
Having a family member with a mental illness or personality disorder can be difficult, making the holidays even harder. That’s because a toxic family member can make things bitter, awkward and a path of eggshells for everyone to travel. How to Manage Your Holiday with a Toxic Person? Do you remember Christmases past when your …
Setting boundaries is never too easy, and it can seem nearly impossible when you’re dealing with a toxic ex. But if you fail to develop and maintain healthy boundaries with your ex, your future relationships are likely to be doomed. Getting divorced is typically a difficult time and an unpleasant experience. It’s crucially important to …
When it comes to parenthood and parenting, the role of a mother is often considered more important and emotionally necessary for the child. However, a father’s level of engagement can have an immeasurable impact on any individual’s mental and psychological development during their childhood. What Does the Absence of a Father Do? Many children grow …
Parenting, although different for everyone, is always a challenge. Some kids love playing outside, while others prefer indoor activities. Some enjoy parties and school events while others prefer sleepover with their best friend. Some are completely comfortable with the gender they were assigned at birth, while others feel as if they were born in the …
In a society where transphobia runs rampant, it’s common for parents to mistreat, mishandle, misgender and reject their child if he/she denies conforming to the gender they were assigned at birth. Such behavior often causes mental health issues in transgender individuals, such as chronic depression, anxiety, stress, feeling of loneliness, low self-esteem, and suicidal thoughts. …