Love is a beautiful journey, but it can become complicated when those closest to us, especially our parents, disapprove of our choice of partner. The conflict between pleasing parents and following one's heart can be emotionally taxing. In this blog post, we'll explore strategies to navigate this challenging situation with understanding, compassion, and assertiveness.
Read MoreWhat is your #romanempire is a trend that started on TikTok around September. It started with, typically, wives/girlfriends asking their male partners how often they would think about the Roman Empire. Surprisingly, their answers would range from multiple times per day to a few times per month. The trend evolved to TikTok creators answering the question: “What is your Roman Empire?” In other words, what is something that you think about often? Answers to this question varied with some creators naming a specific movie scene all the way to talking about a deep, philosophical truth.
Read MoreAs therapists, we often seen how the dynamics between parents and children can evolve significantly as everyone ages. One of the most delicate aspects of this evolution involves how adult children communicate with their aging parents. The shift from being cared for to caring for can be fraught with emotional challenges and misunderstandings. Here are some insights and strategies for talking to your aging parents in a way that is respectful, empathetic, and effective.
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