You say you feel alive again—and I believe you. But before you leave your marriage, ask yourself gently: Is this love... or is it the version of you that came back to life? A letter to the one in an affair, who’s thinking about leaving. Not judgment. Just truth. And love that tells the whole story.

Discover practical, research-backed tips for managing kids' screen time this summer without constant conflict. Learn how to set tech boundaries, support neurodivergent needs, and build healthy digital habits with empathy and balance.

When kids lie, it’s not because they’re “bad.” It’s because, in that moment, telling the truth doesn’t feel safe. 💔 Lying is a survival strategy — and when we meet it with connection, not punishment, we help our kids build the courage to be honest. Learn why lying is more about felt safety than character — and how to use your X-ray vision goggles to see the need beneath the behavior

Navigating the transition from high school to adulthood can feel overwhelming. Explore relatable resources for teens about emotional regulation, leaving home, and maintaining connections with family and friends. Find TikTok, Instagram, blog, and Substack recommendations that offer real, validating advice for handling "soiling the nest" moments — and tips for communicating with parents during this big life change.

Kids with a PDA profile often don’t recognize traditional social hierarchies—respect isn’t given based on age or authority, it’s earned through connection. This can leave adults feeling disrespected or flabbergasted, but PDAers aren’t trying to be rude—they’re trying to stay safe. Power-over approaches trigger threat responses. True connection happens when power is shared, not imposed.

Sometimes the unimaginable suddenly becomes very real. Grief isn’t just for grown-ups. Children grieve, too, though it often looks differen

Tailoring the conversation to your child’s specific needs is key to fostering emotional safety and understanding.

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace...

Adult children can have different political views and raise their own children with their same values, which may or may not hold.

As a therapist I was very familiar with how trauma works and what to expect. However, I still felt like I could lose my grip.