The general societal expectation is such that a word like “immature” is typically reserved for describing children. In reality, we all know that plenty of adults are emotionally immature. This includes adults who are parents. It doesn’t require discernment and awareness to start a family, so even though we may…
Growing up with emotionally immature parents can leave deep, lasting scars on your sense of self. Emotionally immature parents usually struggle to understand, validate, and nurture your emotional needs. While your childhood may have been painful, it’s possible to grow from it. Here’s a guide to help you understand the…
Cheating is cheating. It’s exactly that. No matter if it is physical or emotional, cheating in any form can be a painful experience for your partner. While a physical affair is something that can cause a sudden impact on a relationship, emotional affairs can cause more damage to a relationship…
Communication is key in any relationship. Having strong and effective communication may not mean you’ll entirely avoid conflict or uncomfortable conversations. Instead, it means you can get through those challenging times much smoother together. Some individuals like to participate in the blame game when they’re in conflict with someone else.…
No one wants to feel rejected, especially when they’re in a relationship with someone they love. Feeling judged or turned away by your partner can be especially hurtful. But, for someone with rejection sensitivity, those feelings can be even more extreme. Rejection sensitivity is a characteristic that causes someone to…
When you get older, everything tends to look and feel a little more gray. Your hair starts to lose its pigmentation. What used to be the natural color of your hair since you were a child is now turning into shades of gray. At some point, you reach an age…
The holiday season is a time for warmth, joy, and togetherness! Yet, for many, the holidays bring not only excitement but also an overwhelming feeling of fatigue. ‘Tis the season for managing social events, shopping, traveling, cooking, and decorating. With the seemingly endless to-do lists, the holidays feel less like…
There are valid reasons why post-divorce co-parenting doesn’t happen. The presence of abuse, violence, or substance abuse are three examples. That aside, when couples with children split up, they must navigate the tricky process of joint custody. If both parents desire an active role in their children’s lives, they must…
When you think about it, parenting children today should be easier than ever before. Thanks to technology, you can check in on your kids often, stay connected with your whole family, have groceries delivered to your front door, and even monitor your little ones from your phone. However, multiple studies…
If you’re a parent or about to be one, you’ve undoubtedly researched different parenting styles. Maybe you already have an idea of the kind of parent you want to be and how you want to guide and discipline your child. One particular parenting style that has gained popularity over the…