Children and teens can vary in how much they feel loved by parents or caregivers from one day to the next. When they feel more loved, they are more likely to flourish a year later. When how loved teens feel fluctuates a lot, they flourish less and struggle with other...

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The best part about being a teacher is getting to know my students. Last week, one of them said something that opened my eyes to the impact of divorce on children: “When my parents got divorced,” she said, “it was fine, but I do remember crying every single time I had to switch from my mom’s house to my dad’s.” Hearing that, I knew that things hadn’t actually been fine, and I almost cried.

4 Things Many Children Think and Feel During Divorce

I was sitting by the indoor lap pool, waiting for a lane to open. (Usually at this pool there are just single swimmers in each lane.) Not more than three minutes passed when a woman in one of the lanes invited me to share her lane. What struck me was not only her unsolicited kindness, but the open-hearted appreciation I felt for hours afterwards, that made me want to return the kindness and pass it to someone else through my actions in some way. Her kindness felt contagious, and I wanted to spread it. Weeks later, I was with my 20-something niece and we stopped in a convenience store off the highway. She was taken by the kindness of one of the workers in the store and had a very similar experience, feeling filled up with warmth by the small kindness of another and a strong desire to express that kindness to others.

Kindness Is Contagious, and You Just May Want to Catch It

Many parents struggle with saying no and setting boundaries. Ten questions for self-reflection can help. (You don't have to answer them all at once.) Setting limits is a confusing aspect of raising children. Some parents find that their go-to methods aren’t effective, or something that’s effective with one child doesn’t work with the next. Others find themselves being harsh when they didn’t want to be—it’s just the way the words came out of their mouths. It can be hard to find your own way.

10 Questions to Guide Limit-Setting With Kids

Workplace gaslighting is when a colleague or manager deliberately sows seeds of doubt in an employee's mind. Gaslighting is used to shake perceptions of reality or sanity and to gain power or control over others. Workplace gaslighting is a form of abuse and can damage mental and emotional well-being. Written...

How to Deal With Gaslighting From Your Boss

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Cheating, in any form, strikes at the heart of trust and security in a relationship. Whether it's a clandestine affair or a deep emotional bond with someone outside the relationship, the pain inflicted can be profound.

Emotional Cheating vs. Physical Cheating: Which Hurts More?

Communication is the lifeblood of any relationship, especially between parents and adult children. Look for activities that allow you to connect personally and create lasting memories. Recognizing and respecting your adult child’s independence is crucial for a healthy relationship. Strengthening the bond with your adult child can be a...

3 Ways to Strengthen Your Connection With Your Adult Child

Relationships are a two-way street in all aspects. While partners do cover for each other every now and then, there still needs to be a certain level of balance. Over the past few decades, the institution of marriage in the United States has seen a significant decline of about 60% since the 1970s, reports CNBC. While there are various factors contributing to this trend, content creator Katie Hanlon—who goes by @thekatiehanlon on TikTok—has mentioned some less-discussed yet crucial factors that can often lead to relationship breakdowns.

Woman explains how marriages are ending because of the inability of men to talk about emotions

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

Patrick Mahomes Reveals He's 'Done' Having Kids with Wife Brittany Mahomes After Baby No. 3

Previously, I wrote about the red flags you may be dealing with a female psychopath and how female psychopaths target their victims. But how do male psychopaths operate, and what kind of traits and behaviors do they seek in a potential romantic partner? Here are the four surprising traits psychopaths look for in women. Keep in mind that if you were targeted by a psychopathic person, it was not your fault, as they can use both your strengths and your vulnerabilities against you.

Psychopaths Look For Women With These 4 Surprising Traits In Romantic Relationships

Sleep divorce might sound like a dramatic term, but it's simply when couples choose to sleep in separate beds or rooms to improve their rest. This practice is becoming more common, with many finding it beneficial for their health and relationship. Why? Because quality sleep is crucial for overall well-being. Snoring, different schedules, or restless movements can disrupt sleep, leading to fatigue and irritability. By opting for separate sleeping arrangements, couples often report better sleep and less conflict. Curious about the benefits and how it works? Let's dive into 23 facts about sleep divorce that might surprise you.

23 Facts About Sleep Divorce

When left unspoken and unresolved, resentment doesn't just sit quietly. It festers. Once resentment takes root, it distorts one's perception. Resentment acts like acid, slowly eroding the ties that bind people to those they care about. Picture this: You’ve just had another argument with your partner about something trivial—maybe it...

3 Silent Ways Pent-Up Resentments Poison Our Lives

We carefully vet all products and services featured on mindbodygreen using our commerce guidelines. Our selections are never influenced by the commissions earned from our links. Knowing your boundaries, as well as periodically revisiting and updating them, is part of a healthy self-care practice. You might have boundaries around your...

Do You Have Spiritual Boundaries? Here Are 7 Ways To Strengthen Them

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Marriage counseling can be a pivotal step for couples experiencing difficulties in their relationship. It offers a safe space to address issues, improve communication and work toward a healthier partnership. However, the process often involves confronting uncomfortable truths and answering tough questions that can be challenging but ultimately transformative. Here are seven tough questions marriage counselors will likely ask during your sessions.

7 tough questions marriage counselors will ask

Labeled a silent epidemic by a growing number of therapists and researchers, estrangement is one of the most disorienting and painful experiences of a parent’s life. Popular opinion typically tells a one-sided story of parents who got what they deserved or overly entitled adult children who wrongly blame their parents. However, the reasons for estrangement are far more complex and varied. As a result of rising rates of individualism, an increasing cultural emphasis on happiness, growing economic insecurity, and a historically recent perception that parents are obstacles to personal growth, many parents find themselves forever shut out of the lives of their adult children and grandchildren.

Joshua Coleman — Parent-Child Estrangement: How Does Divorce Affect Children?

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Trauma's impact varies; what may traumatize one person might not affect another. Trauma can be determined by bodily responses, not just the nature of the event. Understanding the nature of one's trauma aids them in seeking appropriate support and therapy. In my 13 years as a therapist, I’ve heard iterations...

What Is Trauma and Does My Experience Count?

What does it mean to have a full-time job? Does it mean you are dedicated to one job only? On the clock only at certain times of the day? In front of your computer only? Is it a relic left over from the Industrial Revolution that dictates an 8-hour work day and 40-hour work week?1.

Why the Full-Time Job Doesn’t Exist Anymore

Stonewalling, a term that often makes its way into relationship discussions, isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a serious issue that can deeply affect relationships. Understanding what stonewalling is and how it impacts relationships can be vital for anyone looking to maintain healthy and effective communication with their partner.

Essential Facts About Stonewalling and Its Impact on Relationships

The Wheel of Consent can help foster conscious, consensual, and fulfilling interactions between people. People can be more assertive and understand the dynamics of giving and receiving in intimate interactions. The Wheel of Consent is a practice of being mindful that brings freedom and integrity into your relationships. Establishing clear...

Boundaries and the Wheel of Consent

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Rules, Autonomy, and Love: The 3 Parenting Basics

Psychologists agree that rules, autonomy-granting, and love are the core components of parenting. Reasonable rules and expectations make kids feel safe and allow them to make...

Rules, Autonomy, and Love: The 3 Parenting Basics

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