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The emotional labor of women in their 30s and 40s can go unseen by everyone, even the women themselves. It can be exhausting and cover a range of things, so let’s talk about it. What emotional labor really is When lots of responsibilities collide, like pressure from a career, social expectations, parenting and family...
Attending family therapy with your parents as an adult can bring up a lot of emotions, so let’s get into what you can expect....
Family relationships can be some of the most meaningful and complicated connections we have. They shape us and support us, but sometimes they hurt us. When there is conflict or tension, it’s natural to consider cutting ties with your family, but that’s not always necessary. So let’s talk about some factors that can play...
When you are in a relationship, it’s important for your partnership to remain healthy and balanced, no matter who brings home the most money. But due to societal expectations, it can be more of a challenge if the woman in the relationship is the breadwinner. Let’s discuss three things that can help you navigate...
Couples come to us saying they want to work on their communication issues. But most of the time, couples actually agree. Or actually can understand each other. So what’s the problem? It’s actually that you guys are saying the same thing, but in two different languages, from different lenses. It’s just you don’t realize...
You have probably heard it said, or maybe you have said it yourself, “I don’t need to go to therapy, that’s what I have friends for”. Is it great to have friends to confide in and vent to when you are going through something stressful? Of course it is! But does talking to friends...
Most of us strive to be understanding with others, especially the people in our lives that we care about. But sometimes, without realizing it, we can begin to enable dysfunctional behaviors, when all we intended to do was help someone. So let’s talk about the difference between being understanding and enabling. When it...
It’s natural to feel responsible for things you’re not responsible for. Feeling like everything is on you can be exhausting and can lead to breaking you down physically and/or emotionally. Let’s talk about 3 things that you can let go of and remind yourself that you do not have to be responsible for in...
There can be tension during the holidays when you try to decide which family you’re going to spend time with each holiday. It can also be tough to be caught in the middle between your partner and your family. Here’s how to navigate boundaries during the holidays that protect your peace and your relationship....
The holidays are approaching and it can be one of the most activating times of year. You already know you can’t control what Uncle Joe says at the Thanksgiving table or what your mom says about your partner or your parenting. So how can you preserve your emotional wellbeing during family gatherings? Realistic Expectations...