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Regulate. Relate. Reason. Jul 06, 2025

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Emotional dysregulation. It’s a big phrase with a very real impact—especially in parenting, relationships, and even leadership. When someone is dysregulated, it means their b...

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Breaking the Stigma: Talking About Mental Health in Small Communities Jun 29, 2025

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I grew up in a small town in Iowa.

One of those places where everyone knew each other. Doors were left unlocked, and your business was never truly just your own. There were ...

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Do I Need Therapy? How to Recognize the Signs and What to Do Next Jun 22, 2025

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When life starts feeling overwhelming, many of us find ourselves at a crossroads, questioning if we need extra help. Many of us think about therapy for other people first—our...

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Why Speaking Up Feels So Hard Jun 15, 2025

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When it became clear my dad was dying of pancreatic cancer. I flew home to be with him.

At one point, he looked me in the eye and said, “I’m sorry.”

I wasn’t ready for that...

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The Bus to Heaven: When a Sibling Misses the Sister He Never Met Jun 08, 2025

Guest Blog Post by Michelle Valiukenas--Audio by Michelle

Parenting after loss doesn’t end with grief—it continues in the questions children ask and the moments that catch you off guard.

“Mommy, I’m going to heaven soon, I’m going to die soon.”

These ...

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Letting Go of Emotional Baggage: How to Finally Feel Lighter Jun 01, 2025

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You know that moment when you take off a heavy backpack and suddenly realize just how much lighter you feel?

Not just physically — emotionally too.

Most of us are carrying ...

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