If you’re a child of divorced parents, you may feel like nobody truly understands what you’re going through. Family breakdown can be a tough, often isolating experience. Even though it’s common, it’s rarely discussed openly. What is Family Breakdown? Family breakdown happens when the relationship within a family becomes strained or fractured. For you, this…
Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, the holiday season can be tough for anyone with divorced parents. For years, just hearing the word Christmas would bring up a lot of anxiety for me. What was once a time of family, and joy had turned into one synonymous of brokenness and dysfunction. I remember writing in…
Divorce can shake up every aspect of life, and the relationship you have with your mom and dad is no exception. It’s normal to feel distanced or unsure about how to navigate your connection with each parent after the split. While this time can be emotional, it’s also an opportunity to rebuild and strengthen your…
The transition from adolescence to adulthood is a journey filled with change, growth, and numerous challenges. In the rush to define ourselves, navigate careers, and handle the pressures of modern life, one of the easiest things to overlook is our mental health. It’s an oversight many young adults make—not because we don’t care about our…