Many people enter relationships with a vague sense of what they want, often guided more by what they think they should want than by what they truly need. This lack of clarity in a relationship can lead to settling, repeating toxic patterns, or feeling dissatisfied even in seemingly “good” relationships.

When a person feels at risk or in danger, they will experience a stress response. For years, this response was summed up with two words: fight or flight. Over time, more and more people identified “freeze” as a third type of reaction.

Ever feel like you're talking to a brick wall? Communication breakdowns happen to the best of us. But here's the thing—speaking with empathy can be a total game-changer.

Suddenly, you’re 22 and feeling washed out to sea, not knowing who you’re supposed to be up against thousands.

You spent years balancing your own needs and interests with those of your children. We get so wrapped up in their lives that parents often stop making time to live on their own.