How to Talk to Your Partner About Family Enmeshment Without Starting a Fight
Ryan Slobodian
Most couples who get stuck on this don’t get stuck on the family. They get stuck on the conversation about the family. One of them
Most couples who get stuck on this don’t get stuck on the family. They get stuck on the conversation about the family. One of them
The term Mother-Enmeshed Man gets thrown around online as an insult. It’s a shorthand for a partner who can’t take your side over his mother’s.
You’re forty-one. You have a mortgage, a team of nine, and a kid of your own who asks you for permission to do things. Then
Being a CSAT, I often encounter the question of whether masturbation is a behaviour to avoid. Let’s be clear – I’m a therapist, not the
Polyvagal Theory has emerged as a comprehensive framework for understanding the intricate interplay between the autonomic nervous system and our social and emotional experiences. Developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, Polyvagal Theory sheds light on the physiological underpinnings of our responses to stress, safety, and social connection. Polyvagal Theory is a neurobiological theory that proposes the existence of three distinct branches of the vagus nerve, each associated with different adaptive responses to stress and social interactions. The vagus nerve, a key component of the autonomic nervous system, plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory functions.
Trauma is a powerful force that can leave enduring imprints on the human psyche. While many are familiar with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), there is a lesser-known but equally impactful condition known as Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD). CPTSD, is a psychological condition that may develop in individuals who have experienced prolonged and severe trauma, especially in interpersonal relationships. Unlike PTSD, which typically results from a single traumatic incident, CPTSD is associated with chronic exposure to traumatic events, often involving abuse, neglect, discrimination, or repeated instances of interpersonal violence.
When this trust is shattered through acts of betrayal, it can give rise to profound emotional distress and trauma. Betrayal trauma refers to the emotional
Embarking on the path to recovery from sex addiction is a courageous and transformative journey. A pivotal aspect of this process is the disclosure –
Codependency is a relational pattern where individuals excessively engage in self-sacrifice for validation, approval, attachment, worth, and a sense of identity. This term originally emerged in the context of addiction by Melodie Beatty, describing the enabling and dependent behaviors observed in relationships with individuals struggling with substance abuse. Over time, its definition has broadened to encompass a range of unhealthy relationship dynamics.
Recovery coaching is a supportive and collaborative process designed to assist individuals in achieving and maintaining their recovery goals. Recovery coaches work with people who are navigating the challenges of addiction recovery. Unlike therapists or counselors, recovery coaches do not provide clinical treatment; instead, they offer guidance, encouragement, advice, and practical support to individuals in recovery. The work of a recovery coach can include: