How to Find Your Chosen Family: Q&A with Dawn O. Braithwaite
Dr. Dawn O. Braithwaite talks about the concept of chosen family, what makes one, where to find yours, and why it’s important to use your language carefully.…
I Was Stalked for 10 Years: How I Regained a Sense of Safety
From the time I was 13 until I was 22, I was stalked. Usually people know the identity of their harasser. In my case, it remained a mystery until much later.…
What Is Alloparenting? Raising Kids in a Community
Alloparenting is when children receive care and guidance from adults around them beyond their parents. It can have benefits for everyone.…
How to Break the Cycle of Generational Trauma: Expert Q&A
You can short-circuit generational trauma so it doesn’t run your life or pass on to your kids, but it requires a lot of courage, self-reflection, and work.…
What Is Generational Trauma? Definition, Causes, and More
Generational trauma is trauma that’s passed down from parents to children. It can continue to be passed down from generation to generation.…
What Is DARVO? Examples, Tips, and Signs
DARVO is a technique some people use to shift the blame onto others after they’ve been abusive. Learn how to identify DARVO tactics and more. …
How to Deal with Difficult Family Members During the Holidays
Dealing with difficult family members during the holidays is all about getting uncomfortable, says expert Caleb Birkhoff. Read more in our interview. …
Mindfulness and Relationships: Expert Q&A with Ellen Langer
Harvard mindfulness expert Ellen Langer talks about why mindfulness is a powerful way to improve your relationships, and how to harness it.…
10 Principles of Emotional Responsibility I’m Teaching My Kids
When one person blames another for their own feelings or behavior, it’s unjust and can lead to conflict. Here’s how I teach my kids how to “stay in your lane.”…
What Is Co-Regulation? Definition and Tips
Making calm eye contact, hugging, speaking in a warm tone of voice, and modelling emotional regulation are all ways you can co-regulate your child, partner, or another adult.…