To be fair, not all couples are having a rough go of it. Vagdevi Meunier, Psy.D., master trainer for the Gottman Institute and licensed clinical psychologist at the Center for Relationships in Austin, tells SELF that the stress of the pandemic has actually
How To Fight Depression: 20 Things To Try
Depression can drain your energy, leaving you feeling empty and fatigued. This can make it difficult to muster the strength or desire to seek treatment. However, there are small steps you can take to help you feel more in control
Parent Guide To Protecting Teens On Social Media
Raising a teenager is no picnic! On one hand, you want to respect boundaries and give your growing child the freedom to make—and learn from—their own mistakes. On the other hand, you want to do everything in your power to
3 Ways To Show Your Kids They Can Talk To You About Anything
My mom came home from work one day to an oddly placed vase in the kitchen. It was right in the middle of the counter’s usable space. I’d put it there to hide a bleach mark I had made. Yep,
8 Ways Minimalist Moms Have This Whole Working Mother Thing Figured Out
We’ve seen the tired old trope in articles, commercials and television shows so many times: working moms just have too much to do. They’re chauffeuring kids around to evening practices, making lunches after said kids go to bed and staying
35 Things To Do On A No Spend Weekend In Winter The Whole Family Will Enjoy
This time of year many of us are working on saving money and getting on track with our budgets by taking a no spend challenge. Whether you are working on a no spend weekend or a no spend month it
Are You In A Relationship With No Give And Take?
Healthy relationships are designed to be a give and take, with both partners working together to provide support, encouragement, and compassion during times of challenge, sadness, or problems. In a healthy relationship, the couple flows between the role of being
How Mindfulness Can Help Caregivers
One of the biggest challenges of raising a child with intense needs is managing the emotional fallout. We want the best for our children, and with kids whose problems aren’t easily solved, it can feel as if you can never
20 Therapeutic Activities For Teens To Increase Positive Thinking
Changes in behavior, way of thinking, and identity are common during adolescence. But in some teens, these changes could lead to socio-emotional issues, such as self-doubt, secrecy, and isolation. Parents can help the teen overcome these issues through therapy activities.
When To Call It Quits On Your Relationship
Being in relationship limbo is hard. For most of us, ultimately untenable. It’s understandable to want to bale when you and your partner are always fighting over seemingly insignificant issues, like what to have for dinner or where to park