Motherhood doesn’t come with a rulebook—but oh boy, does everyone seem to have an opinion. From random strangers at the grocery store to those perfectly filtered Instagram moms, the pressure to be a “good mom” is everywhere. But here’s the truth no one says out loud: a lot of what we believe about being a…
Marriage is a team sport, but that doesn’t mean every team plays by the same rules. In our house? My wife takes the lead in parenting and home life, and I focus on keeping our marriage strong. And before anyone comes for me with pitchforks, no, that doesn’t mean I’m sitting on the couch while…
Parenting an adult child is a whole different ballgame. One minute, they’re asking for your advice, and the next, they’re rolling their eyes so hard you’re worried they’ll get stuck. (Seriously, how do they still have that teenage attitude in a 30-year-old body?) If your conversations feel more like verbal dodgeball than heart-to-hearts, don’t panic….
You love your parents. They raised you, cared for you, and probably have a treasure trove of embarrassing childhood stories to pull out at the worst possible moment. But sometimes, that love comes with a side of manipulation, guilt trips, and emotional chaos that leaves you questioning if your relationship is as healthy as it…
Ever feel like talking to your adult kids is like yelling into the void? You share a nugget of wisdom, and they nod while secretly planning their grocery list. Or worse, they hit you with the dreaded “Okay, Mom/Dad” and carry on like you never spoke. Ouch. Well, you’re not losing your mind (yet). There…
Family traditions—they’re supposed to be the glue that holds us together, the cozy rituals that make life feel rich and meaningful. But let’s be real: not all traditions are actually good for us. Some? They’re just well-disguised guilt traps, emotional baggage hand-me-downs, or straight-up toxic patterns wrapped in a nostalgic bow. Before you come for…
You’re raising your son to be kind, respectful, and an all-around decent human being. You talk about consent, model emotional intelligence, and make sure he knows that “no” means “no.” That’s amazing—but here’s the hard truth: feminist parenting alone won’t undo centuries of ingrained gender norms and harmful stereotypes. The “boys-will-be-boys” mindset isn’t just lurking…
“Oh, the good old days,” echoes the often-heard sentiment from boomers. But some of us remember those days differently, with bumper stickers that read “spare the rod, spoil the child” and a love-hate relationship with the timeout chair. Fast forward to today, and parenting looks a whole lot softer, not that everyone’s on board with…
Generational gaps have always existed, yet the divide between Gen Z and their parents feels particularly profound. This isn’t about assigning blame to parents; rather, it’s about understanding why many Gen Z individuals feel emotionally disconnected from their family. Here are 30 emotional wounds contributing to this phenomenon, providing insight into these unspoken yet impactful…
Growing up with emotionally fragile parents was like tiptoeing through a minefield of big feelings that weren’t even yours. One wrong move, and BOOM—instant guilt, drama, or an emotional shutdown. If that sounds familiar, chances are, you’ve carried some of that energy into adulthood. Maybe you overthink every text, say “sorry” like it’s a reflex, or feel…