You’ve probably joked about people who seem like video-game characters: they show up, follow a script, react the same way every time, and vanish. Calling someone an “NPC” (non-player character) is funny — but there’s a real, simple explanation behind that feeling: most of us run a lot of our lives on autopilot. That’s notContinue reading “Real-life “NPCs”: why people sometimes move on autopilot — and what you can do about it”
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Toxic moms vs Good Fathers
Fathers play a crucial role in child development, providing emotional resilience and social competence through structured involvement. However, maternal gatekeeping can limit this participation, perpetuating cycles of absenteeism and dysfunction. Strategies to overcome gatekeeping include open communication and parenting education, emphasizing the need for cooperative co-parenting to enhance children’s well-being.
Navigating the Storm: Supporting Your Partner Through Depression
In the intricate dance of relationships, supporting a partner through clinical depression can be an overwhelming challenge. Many of you have expressed the confusion and helplessness that comes with seeing a loved one struggle. One client recently shared, “I’m so overwhelmed; I don’t know how to make my wife happy.” In this article, we’ll exploreContinue reading “Navigating the Storm: Supporting Your Partner Through Depression”
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