Have you ever sat next to your partner at the end of a long day and realized you had nothing to say? Not because you were angry. Not because anything was wrong. Just… quiet. Distant. Like two people sharing a space but not really sharing...
People-pleasing is the act of chronically prioritizing others’ needs, wants, or feelings at the expense of, or to the detriment of, our own needs, wants, or feelings. Acts of kindness, generosity, and affection are not intrinsically people-pleasing; they’re important aspects of every relationship. These behaviors...
As young people, we learn to interact with others based on how our family members interact with each other. Once these communication patterns become established in our young minds, it’s hard to change them as adults. This means that any relational patterns that include angry...
We live in a society that rewards those with courage and valor. We are taught from a young age that it’s good to face our fears, for doing so is often the catalyst for powerful and lasting change. And yet, how many of us allow...
According to the Department of Education and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, bullying is defined as “any unwanted aggressive behavior(s) by another youth or group of youths who are not siblings or current dating partners that involves an observed or perceived power imbalance and...
As children and their families across the country are getting ready to go back to school, many parents are struggling to help their children understand the evolving changes in daily life caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is very important to remember that children look...