Embracing Simplicity: How Major Life Events Shifted My Perspective
Life-changing events have a way of clarifying what truly matters. For years, I found myself…
Embracing Solitude: Why Feeling Peace Alone Doesn’t Mean You’re Avoidant
There’s a curious feeling that comes after deep heartbreak—one day, you find yourself alone, yet…
More Than a Party: Creating Magical Birthday Memories for My Kids
Childhood birthdays hold a special magic, and creating memorable celebrations for my boys is something…
Stepping Off the Treadmill: How Choosing Less Became My Greatest Joy
Recently, I had a fascinating conversation with a wholesaler who was trying to sell me…
Healing is a Journey, Not a Destination: My Moment of True Clarity
Healing from a significant breakup or divorce isn’t straightforward. It’s messy, unpredictable, and deeply emotional….
Why Won’t He Fight for Us? Understanding Emotional Avoidance in Relationships
One of the most painful questions we can ask ourselves at the end of a…
Why My Ex Struggles with My Decision to Move Abroad: Understanding His Reaction to My Departure
Choosing to pack up and start fresh in Latin America with my kids has been…
Never Fully Loved
One of the hardest truths I’ve had to face since my divorce is that, deep…
Why This Breakup Was the Most Painful of My Life
When a relationship ends, the intensity of the grief and pain can vary significantly depending…
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding My Attraction to Avoidant Partners
For a long time, I thought love was supposed to be hard to earn—that the…
How Different Attachment Styles Perceive Conflict in Relationships
Conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship. But how we experience, process, and respond…
Conflict Through the Eyes of a Dismissive-Avoidant: A Deep Dive into Emotional Distance
Conflict is an unavoidable part of human relationships. For most people, conflict is a bridge—an…