5 Ways to Teach Your Teen to Emotionally Regulate We all know the stereotypes surrounding teens and their mood swings. If you live with a teenager, chances are you’ve seen first-hand why those stereotypes exist. While it’s true that teens can seemingly switch emotions in a matter of seconds, it’s not necessarily […]
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Teenagers get stereotyped quite often. They’re depicted as having negative attitudes or that they “talk back” regarding any suggestion you might have. While some stereotypes are a bit far-fetched, one that most parents of teens will say is realistic is laziness. It’s not uncommon for teens to struggle with motivation. […]
Dementia can be a tricky beast to deal with. It can strike at any time and take on a broad spectrum of presentations. It’s also a double-edged sword. There are far worse diseases and situations out there that can affect your loved one. The positive: they’re still very much alive.
5 Reasons Grief Hurts So Much Everyone experiences grief at some point in life. Loss is unavoidable. While people deal with grief differently and work through it at their own pace, there’s no denying one thing–it hurts. Grief comes after a loss. Whether it’s losing someone you love, a job, […]
As a parent, you always want the best for your child. You never want to see them suffer or carry around any type of sadness. You make occasions special, you shield them from negativity, and you go out of your way to create a good life.
Everyone will experience some grief throughout their lives. Grief is a universal experience and the cost of loving. Not everything you love will be lost, but when someone or something you care about deeply is gone, grief comes rushing in to fill that void.
Vacations are meant to be restful and a time for rejuvenation, a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Yet, many of us struggle to fully disconnect from work and daily responsibilities.
Traveling somewhere can be stressful. You have to pack for the journey, prepare for unexpected bumps along the way, and leave your comfort zone. Even if you’re excited about the idea of traveling, it can easily make you anxious.
Why do most people take a vacation trip? Sure, there are some who seek adventure and new frontiers. The vast majority of people, however, need a getaway. They want to take a break from the grind and simply relax.
Current events can sometimes have unforeseen consequences. With all the stress in the world, it’s very possible that it can stir up unresolved feelings related to past trauma.
We live in an imperfect world. Ideally, every child would grow up in a safe and healthy environment and not have to experience any kind of trauma. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen.
A post like this is far more relevant than you might imagine. At least two-thirds of children will endure at least one traumatic event by the time they turn 16. This includes infants. In other words, during the years when we most need to feel safe, most kids don’t.
Receiving a terminal diagnosis is traumatizing for everyone involved. If you receive the diagnosis, it forces you to immediately look at your life in a new light. If your loved one has received a terminal diagnosis, all of your priorities must change.
Trauma can impact your life in a variety of ways, and it often feels like it never really leaves. Even if you experienced trauma in childhood, it can affect you years later as an adult.
Trauma is in the eye of the beholder. Because this is paradoxically true, any of us can suffer a traumatic loss without understanding its potential long-term impact.
Blended Family Red Flags Blended families are often a great thing. Bringing two families together can work very well if everyone is on the same page and willing to work together to become one. However, that doesn’t mean it’s always smooth sailing. Blending two families isn’t something that will happen overnight, and […]
Deciding to remarry is like stepping onto a rollercoaster of emotions—exciting, nerve-wracking, and rejuvenating, all rolled into one. It’s a chance to ignite a new spark and build a fresh chapter, but it comes with its share of uncertainties.
You thought divorce was right, but now you’re second-guessing yourself. The doubts are creeping in—did you make a huge mistake?
Mastering Finances Post-Divorce: 4 Helpful Tips Going through a divorce is no easy feat. After the dust settles, it can feel impossible to regroup your finances. Post-divorce, you’re looking at things through a solo lens rather than a combined effort. You may need to manage certain aspects of your finances […]
Even when you know a divorce is the right thing, it’s never easy to go through that experience. No one gets married assuming things will end one day.