5 Ways to Form Strong Relationships with Your Adult Children When your kids are little, fostering strong, healthy relationships with them can seem easier. You’re involved in their day-to-day life, you know their hobbies and interests, and they turn to you for advice, guidance, and support. Unfortunately, far too often, […]
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Anxiety in Teens While we often associate anxiety with adults, kids and teens can struggle with it just as much. Think about everything today’s teenagers have to deal with on a daily basis. They’re figuring out who they are and who they want to be. They’re navigating relationships, trying to […]
The Ups and Downs are Real Teenagers have been stereotyped for years in movies, television shows, and books. The idea of the “moody teen” is nothing new, and so many parents resonate with it because they can see the reality in it. Hollywood might exaggerate a bit. However, if you’re […]
The Research is Clear According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 90% of teenagers 13-17 have used social media. About 51% visit at least one social media site every day. On top of that, children are exposed to the Internet, smartphones, and social media platforms earlier and […]
Do you ever feel like you don’t understand your teenager? First of all, join the club with just about every other parent! We’ve stereotyped the discord between parent and teen relationships for years. However, the reality is that you might not understand your teenager simply because their brain is working […]
The Dangers of Addiction for First Responders First responders are often (rightfully) touted as heroes. As the name states, they’re often the first to arrive at a traumatic scene, and they tend to run toward danger instead of away from it if it means being able to help someone else. […]
Most of us think we have a basic idea of what trauma is and what it looks like. Unfortunately, those thoughts and ideas have likely been influenced by media, television, movies, and even anecdotes from people in our lives. Trauma is often far more nuanced than what you might see […]
How to Watch for the Signs of PTSD in First Responders First responders are viewed as heroes for a good reason. They run toward danger instead of away from it. They help people in need. Often, they put their own lives on the back burner to take care of others, […]
Have you experienced extreme amounts of stress? Do you worry too much about things you probably shouldn’t? Is this stress or worry keeping you from doing things you used to love? Whether you’ve recently experienced these feelings or if they’ve been around for a while, you don’t have to “just […]
Everyday ways to Loosen Anxiety’s Grip Naturally If there’s a silver lining to the fact that anxiety is such a common mental health issue, it’s that there are many different treatment options and management techniques. Most people know some of the standard practices when it comes to dealing with anxiety. Things […]
Dissecting the Roots of Anxiety Most people have a basic understanding of what anxiety is. You might even know some of the common symptoms. As the number one mental health condition across the globe, anxiety gets talked about a lot. However, it doesn’t get dissected as often as it should. What’s the problem […]
Trauma, Depression, and Anxiety Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that can have lasting effects on a person’s emotional and mental well-being. Whether caused by childhood neglect, abuse, accidents, loss, or other life-altering events, trauma often leaves individuals struggling with depression and anxiety. These mental health challenges […]
Do I Need Help with Healing from Trauma? Trauma is a word we hear often—on social media, in therapy discussions, and even in everyday conversations. But what does it actually mean? Is it just about major life-threatening events, or is it something more subtle and personal? Do I need help […]
What is perfectionism? There are varying opinions about perfectionism. Some see it as a good thing. After all, what’s wrong with having high expectations and doing your best? Except that really isn’t perfectionism. It’s not about doing your best; it’s about literally being perfect. Of course, that’s not possible for […]
Are you a teenager or young adult? Have you found yourself wishing you looked different? Do you wish you were taller, had more muscle mass, or that you had that perfect tan? Maybe you want to look like the “Instagram models” who always have their make-up done and that “effortless […]
How to Rebuild Trust in a Christian Marriage A healthy marriage requires trust—that’s true of any relationship. But, when you’ve chosen, as a couple, to place God at the center of your marriage, somehow, trust holds more weight. You’ve committed to yourself, your partner, and life in Christ, and when […]
The 4 Warning Signs of a Toxic Christian Relationship There’s a misconception that when two Christians are in a relationship, everything within that relationship will be “perfect.” While you might strive to have a relationship centered around God, we’re all still flawed human beings. We all get it wrong sometimes, […]
How Do You Know What You Really Want in a Relationship? If someone were to ask you what you really want from a relationship, you might be quick to give a surface response. Most people will say things like love, commitment, and trust. While those are all great qualities to […]
How to Form Realistic Expectations for Your Relationship Everyone wants a fairytale or Hallmark-style romance. But most of us know those classic tales aren’t realistic. Even the happiest couples in the world argue at times. No one is perfect. Still, it’s very easy to form unrealistic expectations for your relationship. You […]
Family anger issues are more common than most people think People get angry for different reasons. Our triggers might be deeply rooted in our past or even in actions of our family. If most people in our family tend to struggle with anger, we might want to consider different […]