What Is Mental Load? Understanding Invisible Labor in Relationships

What Is Mental Load? Understanding Invisible Labor in Relationships

Maybe you’ve felt it without having the words for it. You’re lying in bed, mind racing—not about work deadlines, but about what’s left in the fridge, when the kids’ next dentist appointment is, and whether you replied to your friend’s text. No one asked you to keep...
Parenting in the Age of Anxiety: Helping Kids Cope

Parenting in the Age of Anxiety: Helping Kids Cope

The world feels bigger, louder, and faster than ever before—and kids are feeling it, too. School pressures, social changes, and an endless stream of information can leave children feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure of themselves. As a parent, it’s heartbreaking...
Why Emotional Regulation Is a Superpower in Adulthood

Why Emotional Regulation Is a Superpower in Adulthood

You’re stuck in traffic, already running late. The car behind you honks aggressively. You feel the heat rising in your chest—your heart racing, your jaw tightening. In that moment, you have a choice. Do you react from that wave of frustration, or do you take a breath,...
Digital Boundaries: Protecting Your Peace in a Hyperconnected World

Digital Boundaries: Protecting Your Peace in a Hyperconnected World

Your phone buzzes. You tell yourself you’ll just check one notification… and suddenly it’s 45 minutes later. You’ve scrolled through news, memes, and other people’s vacations, but you feel drained instead of inspired. In a world where we’re always reachable, setting...
What to Expect in Your First Couples Therapy Session

What to Expect in Your First Couples Therapy Session

Let’s be real: walking into your first couples therapy session can feel a little nerve-wracking. You might be wondering,  Are we going to start fighting in front of a stranger? Will they take sides? What if it just makes things worse? Or maybe, after months of feeling...