I finally sought help from a therapist who explained the dangers of further engaging in this toxic relationship. I’ve since learned a few things about how to handle a difficult family member. Whenever I feel bad about putting myself first, I resort to these seven techniques....
However, it is always better to plan for the future. If your parents don’t have a life insurance plan, talk to them directly. Remember, it’s never too late to have a policy. Burial insurance can be a savior by covering the funeral costs. Burial life insurance is nothing but a perma...
It is harder than usual to get out of relationships with a toxic person. Toxic people tend to have this ability to make you feel bad for avoiding them and to attach to you like a leech. This is why it’s important to be able to spot them quickly, and start avoiding them before the...
Here are some quick and easy ways to handle toxic family over the holidays: 1. Set Boundaries with family members One of the most effective ways to deal with toxic family members or inappropriate comments is to set boundaries. This means being clear about what you will and will not tolerate...
How to ease this tension:It’s important to establish open lines of communication. Perhaps a heart-to-heart can help clear the air. "How you feel when you are with her can also clue you into whether or not she is toxic. For example, warning signs might include the following: ...
It takes time and you will need to stick with it. Before I tell you how to handle disrespectful behavior in your child, let’s talk a little about what’s going on with them. If your kid has suddenly started talking back, rolling her eyes and copping an attitude, as annoyin...
There is a different kind of hurt that can only come from a toxic parent – someone who is meant to love you. Kind of like being broken from the inside out. [bctt tweet=”There’s a kind of hurt that can only come from people who are meant to love you. ‘Healing from Toxic ...
How to handle your adult children’s disapproval is a tough area to discuss. Estranged relationships between an adult child and parent are almost always skewed but if I were to pick one reason for an adult child’s disapproval of their parent(s), I would use the word,expectation. ...
Tips To Handle An Interfering Mother-In-Law I know just how hard it can be to deal with an interfering mother-in-law. In my story, the only respite came when our little bundle of joy entered the world. If having a child isn’t on your mind and distancing yourself from in-laws isn...
If they don't know how to handle failure, then they are likely to overreact, becoming angry or depressed. What to do with a child that is out of control? You need to remember to take care of yourself. Take care of yourself emotionally and physically, so your children don't end up ...