…Suicide Suicide. It is a seven-letter word that can bring an array of emotions depending on the person and context. For some it can be a familiar word, but for others it can be scary territory. There may be questions of confusion, “Why am I thinking this way? I have everything.” There may be questions […]
Stitching the Pieces:
Managing a Broken Heart Heartbreaks are tough. There is no easy way to “get over them.” There is no amount of “time” that can pass that will make it easier. Heartbreaks are a form of grief, although someone did not necessarily pass away, you lost someone who at one point you thought would be in […]
What to do if Your Child Expresses Suicidal Thoughts
It’s okay to be scared. Hearing your child express that they want to die is tough and at the same time can be confusing for parents. Be mindful of how you react and what you say. Be direct. Ask straightforward questions. No this isn’t going to put ideas in their head. Be okay with feeling […]
My Kid Just Came Out as Transgender
It can be challenging for parents to know what to do after their child comes out as transgender. There can be a rollercoaster of emotions happening. Confusion about what this means, fear about their safety, disappointment that they might have “failed” as a parent, sadness about “losing” their child, or feeling bad that they should […]
Learning to Say No
Saying no can be one of the hardest things for people to do. People get accustomed to saying yes, because saying no feels impossible, because they do not want to make others feel bad, because they owe someone something, the list goes on. Other times you feel pressured into saying yes due to the person’s […]
