We live in an interesting time of sharing snippets of happiness on social media while assuming we’re seeing everyone else’s whole picture. We live in a time where we shout…...

What if you just let go? Let it all go? All your attachments: your life as you know it, your identity, what you think of other people, of what other…...

Are you the only one in your family with success? Here are five ways to move past the guilt and feel connected to loved ones, regardless of their life situation.…...

Many women, especially those who’ve been divorced, find themselves apologizing for anything and everything, but it’s time to quit saying, “I’m sorry,” and start feeling better. Have you ever been…...

I was able to sit down with the creator of the film, Dirty Girl. Her film recognized those who were survivors of sexual harassment or sexual abuse. I was able…...

Narcissists can be charming, charismatic, seductive, exciting, and engaging. They can also act entitled, exploitative, arrogant, aggressive, cold, competitive, selfish, obnoxious, cruel, and vindictive. You can fall in love with…...

Empathy is automatic for some people and an effort for others. On the other hand, many people lack empathy altogether. Empathy has been studied, misunderstood, understood, defined, and redefined. The…...

I’ve been thinking a lot about a growing trend in divorce: when your spouse leaves you. Spouse Abandonment AKA when you thought the marriage was fine and you were looking…...

Continuing the series on Stepfamilies, this revised and updated excerpt from Mel’s book examines the steps that can be taken to avoid some of the problems that may arise for…...

Every stable and healthy family is strengthened by communication that helps them know each other better and relate in positive ways. Each member, whether parent, child or sibling, has different…...