Lately, I’ve been reflecting a lot on friendship—specifically what it means to show up for those we care about when we’re struggling ourselves. When we’re carrying grief, heartbreak, or simply navigating a heavy season of life, it can feel nearly impossible to be...
A common question I receive when working with parents is how to offer support when witnessing their child is navigating friendships. Friendships are a significant developmental milestone for your child, and it can be tricky to know what to say or how to provide help...
I’m not talking about the stereotypical crazy uncle at your Thanksgiving dinner. I’m talking about your sister or father or son whose religious and political differences are a real impediment to your family functioning. Maybe you don’t have a relationship with them...
1. Keep boundaries short and simple When setting boundaries for kids and teenagers, you want to make it easy to remember, easy to reference and repeat. “Please be home by 9pm” or “No friends allowed at home if we aren’t home”, instead of “It probably makes sense that...
