In the ideal world, every child has flawless parents who unfailingly and lovingly attend to their needs for the basics (food, shelter, security) and emotional closeness. Alas, there are no perfect parents and no perfect childhoods. Not getting those important needs met over time can…
It’s November, and the holiday season is upon us! Depending on our family or cultural traditions, recent life changes, and success in navigating relationships, these next couple of months can provide abundant opportunities for connection, significant challenges in feeling disconnected, and a wide range of…
Let’s dive into the realm of attachment styles. This core framework profoundly impacts how we form and maintain relationships. Understanding attachment styles allows us to gain insights into our relational patterns, enhance our self-awareness, and cultivate secure and fulfilling connections. What are Attachment Styles? Attachment…
Forgiveness, as we think of it, is seen as a form of “letting go” and accepting what another person has done to us. This preconceived notion is wrong. While forgiveness can be a process of letting go, it is not one where we forgive and…