Many parents feel emotionally drained, carrying the heavy weight of guilt placed on them by their struggling adult child. They often feel stuck, torn between defending themselves and accepting blame they don’t deserve. If this si…
Parents of struggling adult children often feel an overwhelming sense of responsibility. Many believe they must step in whether it's providing financial support, constantly solving problems, or offering emotional rescue. But …
As parents, one of our biggest goals is to guide our children toward a happy and fulfilling life. But how do we actually achieve that? In my opinion, the key lies in teaching them about purpose. It sounds simple, but there’s a st…
Waiting can be tough for many kids but with practice, it can become easier. My 45th birthday is coming up next month. These days, birthdays don’t excite me as much as they used to they just remind me that I’m getting older. But…
Any individual who has at any point had a youngster realizes that disobedience goes with the job. As they lay out their personality and independence inside their families, youngsters are prepared for a specific level of disobedie…
Many parents have found themselves deeply humbled when their children recall painful memories of words spoken in moments of frustration. Parenting, after all, is like trying to fold a fitted sheet—no matter how hard you try, it n…
The term "Gentle Parenting" was introduced by Sarah Ockwell-Smith, a British author who has written multiple books on the subject. She emphasizes the importance of empathy, respect, understanding, and boundaries in pare…
Jodi and Marshall are the parents of Oliver, a highly sensitive child who often feels unsure of himself. He avoids activities that require him to perform in front of others, such as gym class, music, or presenting a book report t…
There’s a common belief many of us carry, especially parents: 'People are my purpose.' I often hear this when discussing personal fulfillment, the pursuit of what excites and energizes us. Parents, in particular, frequent…
What your child may not be saying out loud while they're hurting and how you can offer meaningful help. Support without taking over. It's common for struggling adult children to express their needs in ways that might go u…
Show empathy, support others, and demonstrate resilience during the crisis. Years ago, many of my friends and neighbors experienced the devastating impact of 70-mile-per-hour Santa Ana winds and wildfires that destroyed homes and…