Dealing with toxic family comments at Christmas can challenge the festive cheer. Amidst the joyous reunions, encountering hurtful remarks or offensive jokes from family members demands resilience and tact. This comprehensive guide equips you with empowering responses,...
The short answer is no. Many of us find ourselves in the difficult position of contemplating whether we should remain in an unhealthy, toxic, or unrewarding relationship for the sake of our children. It’s a question that arises frequently among my clients....
Have you connected with your inner child lately? If ever? Taking some time to remember who you were as a child can bring back memories of carefree days before the responsibilities of adulthood came along. Or, if you experienced neglect, trauma, or other emotional...
If letting someone down by saying “no” frightens the hell out of you, then read on, you might be a people pleaser. Agreeing with everyone and everything loads up your (probably already full) plate, until you are left with little time and energy for yourself. It’s one...
Signs of a Toxic Family Member and What To Do About It Being around a toxic person is not only draining but also confusing. You’re often left wondering, is it me?… When that person is a family member, it is nerve-wracking. I mean, you love them, but their...