How to Set Boundaries as Co-Parents
Marriages and relationships don’t always work out, and sometimes splitting up is the best thing you can do for yourself and your former partner. However, when you have children together, it can change the dynamic of how you communicate and see each other…
Coping with Empty Nest Grief: Why This Life Stage Can Feel So Painful
Whether they leave for college, a new job, or simply to start a life of their own, the day a child leaves home can feel like both a proud milestone and a heartbreaking goodbye. For many parents, the “empty nest” phase, often romanticized as a time of newfound freedom and opportunity, can actually be a time of grieving…
What’s Really Behind Perfectionism? Unpacking the Fear, Shame, and Control
Perfectionism doesn’t just mean working hard or aiming for high goals. Striving for excellence can be motivating and rewarding; it comes from a place of curiosity, purpose, and joy. On the other hand, perfectionism is fueled by a fear of failure and the belief that anything less than perfect is unacceptable…
What Is High-Functioning Anxiety? Signs and How to Cope
When most people hear the word “anxiety,” they imagine someone visibly distressed. A person with anxiety is probably restless, sweating, and avoiding situations altogether. But anxiety doesn’t always look like that…
How to Learn from your Relationship Mistakes so you Don’t Keep Repeating Them
Most of us, at some point, have experienced the unsettling feeling of relationship déjà vu. It starts with chemistry and romance, and feels like this time it’ll be different. We make plans and get cozy, then the familiar red flags wave…
What to Do When Divorce Anxiety Causes Panic Attacks
Divorce is a significant life event that, despite its frequency, often comes with a hefty dose of anxiety. Even when it feels like the right choice, stepping into a new chapter can be daunting. The stress can escalate into panic attacks: sudden bouts of intense fear that usually last less than 15 minutes…
Thriving in Transition: How Women Can Navigate Midlife Career Changes
As a woman in midlife, you know change is inevitable. Your priorities are shifting, and you may consider a career transition to better align with this new chapter. Though daunting, this crossroads presents immense growth opportunities…
Preparing and Protecting Finances During Divorce
When you find your person and fall in love, the next step is often getting married. After saying those wedding vows, you’re ready to start your happily ever after. You establish your household, merge your finances, and start family planning together…
Not Sure What You Want in a Relationship? Let’s Change That!
Feeling uncertain about what you want in a relationship? That’s okay! No one truly ever knows what they’re looking for until they find it. Exploration of relationships can be fun and exciting, but a little daunting as well…