Estrangement & Family Conflict Over the Holidays: Finding Ground When Everything Feels Fragile
Why do the holidays — a time we’re supposed to feel joy — often bring up dread instead? Some of[…]
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Family-Filled Holiday Dread? Building Skill and Emotional Resilience Through the Holidays
As the holidays approach, many people feel the familiar pressure of returning to family environments that bring up old wounds,[…]
Read moreWhen Thanksgiving Hurts: Family Conflict, Estrangement, and Finding Peace in Imperfect Families
Thanksgiving in Canada can be complicated. While media images show long tables, laughter, and connection, many people experience something entirely[…]
Read moreNavigating the Holiday Season as a Stepparent: A Guide to Emotional Well-being, Peace and Harmony
The holiday season, often idealized as a time of joy and togetherness, can be particularly challenging for stepparents. The blending[…]
Read moreThe Holiday Blues: A Guide for Caregivers and Healers
The holiday season, often idealized as a time of joy and togetherness, can be a particularly challenging time for those[…]
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