No one offered us a parenting class in high school or college, yet the way we respond to our kids shapes how they see themselves and the world. The good news is that it’s never too late to learn new ways to connect.
An honest look at the small, messy, mildly infuriating things I probably won’t miss when my daughter leaves for college…and the quiet realization that those annoyances are also proof of life happening right under my roof.
Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Think you’re doing enough for your mental health? Take this quick quiz and find out if your strategies are working, or if you’re just duct-taping your sanity together.
Imagine your emotions as this dog: A mangy mutt you have no interest in adopting, but somehow has inhabited your life. You’ve tried everything to get rid of this nagging beast.
I have a gag reflex. If I see, hear, or even think about vomit, I will vomit too. I can’t help it. I’ve always been that way. I come by it honestly; my mom has the same problem.
Somewhere along the way, we started treating disagreement like villainy. If you don’t agree with me, you must be Thanos. But real life isn’t a Marvel movie, and most people aren’t evil. They’re overwhelmed, reactive, and doing the best they can with what they have.
Before you rush to fix your kid’s homework meltdown, your partner’s mood swing, or your boss’s latest “urgent” email, make sure you're taking care of yourself because being "happy" is not easy.
Senior year is a strange mix of pride, panic, and pretending you’re totally fine. These are the small ways I’m surviving my daughter’s final year at home without hovering, lecturing, or crying into my coffee. Mostly.
You don’t need more willpower to have a calmer morning. You need fewer decisions.
Holiday dinners can test even the healthiest boundaries. Use this communication guide for real-world scripts and gentle humor to help you handle awkward conversations, protect your peace, and maybe even enjoy dessert.
I wanted everything to be perfect for my baby's 1st Christmas. Turned out my 8-month-old was good with a gift bag and box. The best gifts don’t need batteries or approval from Pinterest.