Public speaking is often listed among our greatest fears. As Jerry Seinfeld once joked, at a funeral, the average person would rather be in the casket than delivering the eulogy. I have... Read more »
We have all been through enough situations to show us that kindness is easy when people treat us well. But in this post, I want to talk about the real power of... Read more »
Let me tell you the story of Steven. In high school, Steven’s teachers described him as bright but disruptive. He frequently challenged rules and authority figures. He was abrasive, impatient, and dismissive... Read more »
Many college graduates will be returning home soon, and while most parents will welcome them back with open arms, an extended stay can leave the door open to uncertainty. Is this a... Read more »
Why would a qualified, ethical therapist support their client’s decision to estrange from their family? Aren’t families sacred relationships that must be preserved at all costs? Not always. In fact, family estrangement... Read more »
Parent-child relationships are often portrayed as inherently loving, but this isn’t true for many adult children. Instead, they endure ongoing emotional harm or mistreatment from their parents that undermines their self-worth. If... Read more »
Source: Elisabeth Jurenka / Unsplash When you hear the word “spinster,” what kind of person do you envision? Now, holding that thought, consider the word “bachelor.” Who comes to mind? Likely, you’d... Read more »
Source: kieferpix/iStock Do you remember the moments your parents celebrated when you were growing up? Were they your small wins, your major milestones, or both? For me, those celebrated moments revolved around... Read more »
My journey toward motherhood was not a linear road, and in the first few months of my daughter’s life, I was met with a barrage of emotions. I was overjoyed for the... Read more »