Dear Therapist, I gave up my Saturday morning run three weekends in a row — once for my sister, once for my partner’s family thing, and once because a friend needed help moving. I keep saying yes, and there's nothing left over for me. I've been trying to fix that by...
Whether it's birthday parties, holidays, or family dinners, if your partner is close with their family, you're probably seeing your in-laws several times a year. If you like your in-laws, those get-togethers feel easy. If you don't, those gatherings can feel...
The first time my husband, then boyfriend, came to visit my family, I had to sit him down and warn him that my family might be “a lot.” I briefed him that there would be kisses and hugs, even though it was their first time meeting him. I warned him about the prayers...
A couple I've been working with for several months — I'll call them Sara and Nate — shared something with me recently, almost sheepishly. They'd had an argument a few nights ago. It was a familiar one: Sara had come home exhausted after a long day and needed space to...
The holidays are often painted as a joyful time filled with family, celebration, and connection. But for many couples, the holidays bring more pressure than peace — and it’s easy to feel disconnected. Whether it's navigating family dynamics, managing mismatched...
New marriage means new beginnings and new boundaries! Learn how to set boundaries with in-laws, family, and friends to strengthen your marriage.
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