The Power of Being Heard: The Importance of Validation and the Harm of Invalidation in Relationships In every human relationship—romantic, familial, professional, or platonic—the need to feel heard, understood, and accepted is fundamental. This need is met through a process known as validation, a powerful...
A reoccurring topic over the past several years and especially this past week has been conflict arising in relationships, family and friends, regarding differing political beliefs. It’s no secret that political discussions can often lead to tension, especially when family members hold strongly differing beliefs....
When you live with an anxiety disorder, any moment can become one that creates a slow-rising panic within you. Life is normal one second and the next, you feel your chest tighten and your heart begin to race. You may begin to hyperfocus on future...
The birth of a child is a wondrous and glorious thing. Until you bring that baby home and are responsible for keeping it alive on zero sleep for weeks and weeks. Add to this already trying scenario is the hormonal cocktail the new mother is...