Have you ever wondered if the things you habitually say to your child are psychologically damaging? I think we’ve all wondered that. And at times, we all feel like bad parents. But how do we know when we’re crossing the invisible line between acceptable and harmful? I remember one instance when I had a particularly […]
Parenting
How Parents Can Cope With Empty Nest Syndrome
Becoming a parent is life-changing. It also redefines who you are as a person. But what happens when adult children leave the proverbial nest and you lose a big part of your self-identity? For many parents, the change results in the “Empty Nest Syndrome.” What is Empty Nest Syndrome? For some parents, the joy of […]
10 Reasons Why You’re Not the Evil Stepmother
Do you feel cast in the role of an evil stepmother? Are you tired of all the bad unsolicited advice from people who don’t have a clue? Do you feel trapped and resentful of your partner’s lack of support? Then I have good news for you. You may not be the wicked stepmother after all. […]
Toxic Parenting: 9 Ways to Avoid Repeating Your Parent’s Mistakes
Toxic parenting leaves deep scars on a child’s psyche. But what we often don’t realize is that it also gives the child a faulty blueprint for raising their own children. So how do we avoid repeating our parents’ terrible mistakes? First, we need to understand the full impact of toxic parenting. The Effects of Toxic […]
6 Types of Parents Who Don’t Love Their Children
We all assume parental love is a given, but that’s a myth. Parents who don’t love their children are more common than we think. If you grew up with one of those parents, you went through unimaginable pain. Every child has a vital need for a genuine, loving connection with the parents (especially the mother). […]
Which Comic Book Character Is Your Abusive Mother?
You’ve always known that your abusive mother is not entirely human. That kind of evil has to be superhuman, akin to villains and mutants from the comic books. So let’s play a game: which DC or Marvel comic book character is your mommy dearest? 1. Killer Frost Mother Oooooooh she is as cold as ice! […]