saying no
5 Things to Know Before the Holidays
Here we go again, heading into another holiday season marked with all the usual unknowns – and then some. This is the time of year where many of us have to take a deep breath, mentally prepare for days and weeks of gaslighting and guilt trips, and practice our frozen-smile gray rock faces. We try…
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4 Tips for Setting Healthy Boundaries
Boundaries is a scary word for a lot of people. We often struggle with the concept because we don’t really understand what boundaries are and why we need them. For some, trying to say no or stand up for yourself in the past may have led to anger, rejection, guilt-tripping, or shaming behaviors. Others may…
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Healthy Boundaries: Why They Matter and How They Help
What are boundaries and why do I need them? Boundaries is a scary word for a lot of people. We get a lot of mixed messages about whether they help or hurt, how they should look, and whether they make any difference in our relationships. In some families and some relationships, “you complete me” is…
Read MoreSaying No is Not Mean
You have a loving family, a great friend group, and overall a pretty good life. You love being a good friend and feeling loved and appreciated by the people around you. Everyone knows you as the person to go to for good advice, a last minute ride to the train, or an ear to listen…
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A Time for You
Tis the season for many things: apple pies, warm sweaters, cinnamon candles, eating too much, and spending time with loved ones. Thanksgiving is one of our most family-centric holidays, kicking off a season of celebrations, parties, and dinners. We travel more around Thanksgiving than any other time of the year and it’s hard to imagine…
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