Therapy is not just about talking, it is supposed to help you change. When therapy slips into venting may feel like it’s just a “bitch session.”...
When Therapy Turns Into a “Bitch Session” — And How to Make It Productive
Why Many Men Struggle With Emotions (And What Actually Helps)
The reason men struggle with emotions is not because they don’t have them. They struggle because they are usually not taught how to express them. Removing some barriers can make connecting with their emotions possible and help them learn to deal with emotions in a positive way. Let’s talk about it. Why Emotional Language...
Understanding Isolation in Teenage Boys
When teenage boys isolate, it is often misinterpreted as independence or defiance. In reality, it’s more of a protective response to the stress they are feeling inside. They don’t withdraw because they don’t care, rather because they don’t feel safe expressing what they are experiencing. Let’s look at what isolation really means and how...
The Hidden Self-Criticism Teenage Girls Carry
Teenage girls can quietly carry a persistent self-criticism that others can’t see from the outside. They may appear to have it all together, but internally they question their worth, don’t acknowledge their strengths, and assume they are falling short. Because this struggle is mostly internal, it is usually missed or misunderstood. So let’s talk...
The Role of Secrecy in Eating Disorders (And Why It Makes Sense)
When it comes to eating disorders, secrecy typically plays a big role. But what leads to the secrecy and why is it so central for individuals who struggle in this area? Let’s talk about it. Why Secrecy Is So Common An eating disorder is not just about food and weight, it’s a way to...
Why Eating Disorders Are Really About Emotional Regulation
Most people think that eating disorders are about food, weight or appearance, but that’s not the core issue. They are really about how a person experiences, manages, and survives intense internal feelings, or emotional regulation. Let’s dive a little deeper into what that means. What Is Emotional Regulation Emotional regulation does not mean that...
The Invisible Emotional Labor of Women in Their 30s and 40s (and Why You’re So Tired)
The emotional labor of women in their 30s and 40s can go unseen by everyone, even the women themselves. It can be exhausting and cover a range of things, so let’s talk about it. What emotional labor really is When lots of responsibilities collide, like pressure from a career, social expectations, parenting and family...
When Everyone Else Seems to Get Pregnant Easily: Managing Comparison, Fear, and the Unknown
If you are struggling with infertility or pregnancy related challenges, watching others get pregnant quickly can be a tough terrain to navigate. There is no right or wrong way to feel, but sometimes negative feelings can take over and that’s normal. Let’s talk about why this happens. The emotional impact of others’ pregnancy announcements...
When Big Feelings Show Up as Anxiety or Anger: Understanding Emotional Overload in Tweens
As a parent, you might notice a lot more irritability, defiance, or meltdowns with your tween, which can be really disruptive. In dealing with that disruption, and everything that triggers for everyone else in your house, it’s hard to remember that those mood swings and that attitude might actually be masking anxiety, depression, or...
When Confidence Starts to Dip: How to Help Your Child Navigate Self-Esteem Changes in Late Elementary and Middle School
If you notice your child suddenly self-conscious, saying “I’m not good at anything,” and comparing themselves to their friends, this might seem out of character and concerning. You should know this is not a failure in parenting, it’s actually a common developmental stage. That doesn’t mean it’s easy to watch, but there are things...