Obviously, our parents play a crucial role in shaping our lives. However, there are instances when parents become overprotective, controlling, and emotionally smothering, leading to a phenomenon known as engulfing parents. Being raised by engulfing parents can stifle individuality, hinder personal growth, and create emotional dependencies. But take heart, healing from this experience is possible, […]
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Budgeting: Managing Limited Income and Being ContentÂ
I know that managing finances can be an added stressor. When you’re dealing with limited income, it can feel overwhelming and challenging to make ends meet. I’ve learned that budgeting can be a powerful tool to take control of my finances and find contentment, even with limited resources. The first step I took in budgeting […]
Self-care that may prevent crisis
Taking care of yourself is essential if you want to deal with the stresses of life that you can’t control. If you take care of your body and mind, you’ll be in a better position to thrive, but many people mistakenly consider self-care a frivolous extra rather than an essential part of their daily routine. […]
A Little About Boundaries
We establish our limits, or boundaries, to safeguard our bodies and our emotional and mental well-being. These are the parameters we define for how we want to be treated by others and how we will react if those parameters are not honored by the other party. There are three types of boundaries: physical, emotional, and […]