What Is Gaslighting? Examples and How to Protect Yourself
Gaslighting is emotional abuse that manipulates someone into questioning their reality, memory or perceptions. It can lead to a reliance on the gaslighter.…
Love vs. Codependency: How to Trust Yourself
It can be hard to tell a healthy loving relationship apart from codependency, especially if you’re trying to avoid harmful old patterns. Here’s what to know.…
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.…
Codependency vs. Interdependency: Understanding the Difference and Finding Healthier Connections
Learn how to shift from a codependent to an interdependent relationship through open communication, setting boundaries, and possibly therapy.…
Why Talking to Strangers and Meeting New People Is Scary, and How to Do It Anyway
Starting a conversation with a stranger “in the wild” can be overwhelming. Expert Alaina Provenzano, LCSW, recommends a mindset and a few baby steps to try.…
What Are Healthy Boundaries and How to Set Them
Healthy boundaries enhance trust and self-care. Prioritize, be clear, and uphold your values. Learn how to set limits. …
10 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Candy Lovers
Discover unique gifts for candy lovers, from luxury treats to subscription boxes to candy-related ideas sure to delight!…
9 Best Kinky Valentine’s Gifts for Her, Him, and Them
Spice up Valentine’s Day with a kinky gift! Explore exciting options like nipple clamps, wax candles, and games for her, him, and them. …
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.…
Feeling Disconnected: AI, Social Isolation, Block Parties, and Health
We spoke with Yale expert Yusuf Ransome about social isolation and its effects on health — for individuals, neighborhoods, and society.…