Bad feelings. Chaotic emotions. Everything you feels that is harmful or negative to your mind, body and soul.
There comes a point when constant emotional pain, manipulation, or boundary violations become too much to carry. For some people, creating distance from toxic parents is not about anger or revenge. It is about protecting their mental and emotional well-being after years of unhealthy behavior, emotional exhaustion, or ongoing abuse. Deciding to go no contact … Read more
Dating and falling in love with a guy is exciting. You’re eager to spend your free time together while you think about a possible future. It’s also an adventure to uncover each other’s unique traits and the mysteries of your lives. But you may end up realizing you fell for an emotionally unavailable man. I’ve … Read more
If you are a pet mom or pet dad, you know how deep that bond with your fur baby stretches. The love you have for your pet is so much more than just loving an “animal.” But, sadly, pets have a much shorter life expectancy than people do, and you will have to face their … Read more
So you’ve either caught or suspect that your husband is looking at other women online. Now, before you go off the rails airing your dirty laundry on social media or crying to your gal pals at lunch… breathe. First of all, if it’s the latter and you suspect he’s looking, ask yourself why? Is there … Read more
When there is hate towards a parent, it is usually associated with some intense degree of pain, frustration, and disappointment. Either they were an absent parent who made us feel unwanted, or they were there but unbearable to live with. Your parent was possibly verbally or physically abusive or both. Or maybe your parent … Read more
Mothers are the pillar that upholds their family, right? They bear the children, and since the child comes from the mother’s body, she will walk through fire for her offspring, and never stop loving them. At least, that’s how the fairytale goes for some children. Sadly, you may have noticed signs your mother hates you. … Read more
Have you ever felt like whatever goes wrong in your family’s always your fault? Being the family scapegoat isn’t easy, and it can really affect your path in life. Being constantly blamed for things that usually aren’t even your fault is damaging to your self-esteem, health, and mental well-being. My father was the family scapegoat … Read more
Families are the bedrock of our life. Unfortunately, families aren’t often the fairy tales we see on our computer screens. A happy, supportive family is not something everyone has access to. While it can be a challenge to deal with anyone close to you that’s causing you harm, when you add family to the mix, … Read more
Pettiness is a small thing that has a tremendous negative impact. When you or the people around you act in a petty way, it’s guaranteed to slowly drag everyone down. Being petty and acting small-minded can feel good sometimes. But acting petty is a trap you don’t want to fall into. In this piece, we’ve … Read more
No relationship is perfect or a walk in the park. It requires hard work, respect, kindness, trust, authenticity, an open mind, and commitment. So it’s probably a shock if you think, “I hate my husband” after you’ve pledged your undying love for each other – before the wedding, during the “I dos,” and since then. … Read more