The New Social Media Norm
It’s a different world for our kids than it was for us and one of the main reasons is the prolific use of technology, specifically, social media. Like most tools, social media was intended for [...]
“Good” Grief?
Death, loss, and the grieving process are typically not an enjoyable topics to talk about but understanding all are necessary parts of doing life in a healthy way. Death is difficult because it’s [...]
The Pain Behind Suicide
Suicide can be a scary thing to talk about. Most of us avoid the topic altogether, but it is very important that we do talk about it. It’s a matter of life and death in many cases. With the [...]
Betrayal – We’ve All Been There
Betrayal is a reality that all people have experienced on a systemic or personal level. At one point in time everyone has experienced betrayal from parents, partners, friends, mentors, teachers, [...]
Sexual Assault – The Startling Facts
Last year Netflix released a series called 13 Reasons Why which displays some vivid sexual assault scenes. This is a topic that needs to be discussed more often in the parenting community. Why is [...]
Depression And The Journey To Health
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Major Depressive Disorder is the leading cause of disability in the US among people ages 15-44. And even for those that aren’t officially [...]
Let’s Talk About Sex
Sex. Often that word alone causes anxiety and silence for parents. But not talking about sex, doesn’t change the fact that children and teens are being exposed to sexuality younger than ever [...]
Resigned or Resolute
‘Tis the season that many of us reflect back on the past year of life as well as look forward to the future. While for many, this is a time of making exciting “resolutions”, many people feel [...]