Have you ever considered that your romantic relationship(s) affect more than just you and your partner? It’s also the foundation of your children’s future relationships. It all starts with you. No pressure. It wasn’t until I was in my thirties that I
A Legacy of Quiet Rage When I was growing up, my mother spent years going in and out of family court with my antagonistic father. There were statements, court orders, applications, and a trial, but never once did anyone ask how it felt when my
Here psychotherapist and Counsellor Margaret Ward-Martin examines narcissistic family systems and how to handle them. In such families, the narcissist, usually a parent or grandparent, demands that everyone meets their needs. They manipulate, shame, guilt trip, gaslight, and rage to maintain control. Narcissistic parents
After divorce, when moving on, there are pros and cons to living together. Would domestic drama drive a wedge in your relationship or are you in sync – both morning larks or night owls? When newly in love after divorce, little things
It would be misleading to write a prescriptive list of next steps because one of the key stressors of dealing with a narcissist – ex or otherwise – is unpredictability. Their reaction to a break-up is often rage, mortification, blame, threats, emotional
“When my parents got divorced, I was just a baby and had no idea what it felt like to have two parents together. Children at any age grieve the loss of their family.” What is Grief? In very simple terms, grief is
Introducing the latest transcript blog featuring an insightful interview with Bryan Reeves, an internationally renowned Author, and Life/Relationship Coach. In this enlightening interview, Bryan shares his invaluable wisdom on thriving in love and intimacy. Join us we delve into Bryan’s personal experiences
Join us as we speak to Dr Amy J.L. Baker, international expert in parental alienation and parent-child relationships, as we delve into the world of parental alienation. In this insightful interview, Amy uncovers everything you need to know about parental alienation and
A staggering one in five people have experienced domestic abuse since the age of 16 in the UK. That amounts to 10.4 million people across the nation. A further one in 20 were the victim of domestic violence between March 2021–March 2022.
Let’s be realistic, being a divorcee has its challenges. Finances, transitions, future significant others, custody schedules, the list goes on and on. But if you focus on what we CAN do to “WIN” at being a co-parent, the typical challenges become less
You may be in the divorce process or moving on into the dating scene. There are guidelines for what is appropriate to text and what is not. What can seem fine to you can be a deal breaker for the recipient. Do
Going on dates can be intimidating for the introvert. It is easier to stay at home and watch romantic films than go meet potential dating partners. Fear can stop people. Fear of getting tongue tied or sounding stupid can keep individuals from
