Deconstructing the Toxic Beauty Standard of the TikTok Almond Mom Trend
Why can’t we just be happy with our bodies? This seemingly simple question prompts some complex answers. While depression, dysmorphia, bullying, and unhealthy relationships with social media can contribute to low self-esteem or dissatisfaction with our bodies, the...
First Holiday as a Single Mom: What to Expect and What You Can Control
If this will be your first holiday as a single mom, anticipating what you can expect – and understanding what you can control – can really help ease the stress of the holiday season. We are led to believe that the holiday season is supposed to be merry and...
How to Go Full on Grey Rock: Toxic Families and Surviving the Holidays
For some, the descent into pumpkin spice lattes and sweater weather signals the coming holiday season in all its glory. But for many, the idea of navigating work parties, family traditions, prying relatives, and added financial responsibilities bring a familiar dread....
Demystifying Complex PTSD
This is an ABSTRACT: After being misdiagnosed and misunderstood for years, complex post-traumatic stress disorder has been officially recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO). We already know post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to be a common response to a...
Domestic Violence & the Insatiable Appetite of the Narcissist
There has been a lot of public discussion about narcissism in the past few years and (for better or worse) the awareness of narcissism has risen to the top of our public consciousness. But did you know, narcissists can also be domestic abusers and even display violent...Recent Posts
Self-care Habits for Total Well-being
Self-care has become somewhat of a buzzword. The extensive lists on social media of exotic teas and oils have created …
Is My Child Having an Eating Disorder Relapse? What to Look Out For!
Recognizing warning signs of a potential relapse is an important step in recovery from the eating disorder you have worked …
How Do You Recover from PTSD Triggers?
Living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be debilitating because it penetrates every living moment. Even the most mundane daily …