Gaslighting? We have this ongoing debate in our family. The paint in our main living area is tan-colored, but my daughter tells me that it’s green. She sees it as green. I put a green plant next to it, and the contrast is striking (because the paint is clearly a…
As a new mom, I remember month three all too well—I felt exhausted, convinced my baby was doomed, and certain I was failing as a mother. Through tears, I described my failure to a friend. She said, “It sounds like it was a really bad morning.” Her interpretation of the…
What do you think of when you hear humility? What do you think of when you hear the word humility? Maybe it is someone who is really good at something, but does not brag about it. Maybe instead you thought of a person who might not be great at something…
Valuable Lessons to Teach Girls As a therapist, I have seen a variety of people throughout my tenure. I’ve seen teenage girls the most frequently. As a former teenage girl, I’m passionate about helping young women navigate life and strengthen their mental health. Though the world has changed, many core…