If you currently find yourself in a relationship where conflict has become the norm, moments of peace are short-lived, and anxiety feels like your baseline, chances are you’re exhausted. But you are... Read more »
Every time I hear someone say, “It’s all happening for you, not to you,” or “Everything happens for a reason,” I wince. Maybe you’ve said these phrases, or had them said to... Read more »
The workplace is treacherous at present. From job loss threatened by AI, to scapegoating truth-tellers, to funds being funnelled to the top of corporations while workers can hardly stay afloat in a... Read more »
At their best, friendships provide a range of positive benefits, such as companionship, stress reduction, and emotional support. But they can also have a dark side—marked by manipulativeness, exclusion, and intense duress.... Read more »
Loneliness can take many forms, but when it persists alongside depression or anxiety, researchers describe it as “toxic”. A new study of 455 adults seeking mental health support found that childhood neglect... Read more »
Watching holiday films at our home is much like an endurance sport. While there is a strict “not before Thanksgiving rule,” once the stuffing has been put away, it’s no holds barred.... Read more »
People often feel embarrassed when they struggle to go no contact with a toxic or narcissistic person. Friends may say, “Just block them,” or “Why don’t you walk away already?” To others,... Read more »
When relationships become challenging, we want to understand what’s going on. We look for causes. And most of the time, we become convinced that our loved ones are to blame. We find... Read more »
Relationships can be deeply rewarding for people with ADHD, but the traits that come with the condition can sometimes create challenges. A toxic relationship is one where unhealthy patterns—such as manipulation, control,... Read more »
Have you ever gone completely quiet in the middle of an argument—your mind blank, your mouth frozen? Or felt so overwhelmed after a fight that you left—not just the room, but the... Read more »