Sometimes we have the ability to work and reflect in a well-contained environment, and sometimes we are thrown into the wild and forced to sink or swim. When you know it’s coming, it’s wise to prepare. And when you know you are in over your head, it’s wise to reach out for help. Somewhere within...
In the process of getting organized and working through logistics in your family meeting, you might have had to stick a pin in some of the more emotionally charged pieces of your conversation for the sake of moving the conversation forward. You may have found that your conversation hit some nerves that you didn’t quite...
If it feels like the new year barreled forward before you had time to get your feet on the ground– you are not alone, and this post is for you. In an ideal world, we would have all had some true time off to get organized and potentially recover from the busyness/chaos of the holiday...
With a fresh calendar in front of you and a heart full of hope and motivation to accomplish all of your goals this year, I would encourage you to contemplate this question: Who do you want to spend your time with in 2025? Whether you are an introvert or extrovert, whether you are a...
We are just days away from Christmas, and this is the first year I’m finally feeling some ease with the holiday after years of intentionally working on how my husband and I celebrate and divide the labor of the holiday. I hope I don’t jinx myself here, but I think we have finally adjusted to...
Hopefully you were able to enjoy what you could over the holidays and hopefully you are finding some relief in getting back into the swing of things, but if you are finding that you feel anxious about how you are going to juggle everything this upcoming year–this post is for you. I have been...
The most wonderful time of the year really isn’t so wonderful when you’re overwhelmed or lonely. At this point, I should know better than to watch any Hallmark movies during this time of the year, but I can’t ever seem to quite let go of the fantasy of the holiday season. Every year it’s...
If you are someone that thrives on setting goals for each year, you might already be in the process of starting to think about next year. It can be really challenging to think about 2024 if you are feeling like all you did was survive 2023. The new year tends to bring hope and the...
I should start by saying every couple has factors that make their relationship and situation unique. My intention is not to box you and your partner into a category of couples that might not fit for you. Rather, it’s to give an overview of a very common pattern that I see play out with couples...
Families are really great at keeping us stuck in one role. No matter how old you get, it's likely your sibling position in your family won't change once you reach adulthood. The good news is that marriage should be a place for you to be your full self.
