What is authoritarian parenting (and what are your other options)?
Authoritarian parenting is a rigid parenting style with a focus on obedience and strict rules. Learn how it can impact you and ways to avoid it with your kids.
Can trauma lead to hyper-independence? Plus, 6 ways to cope
People who have been traumatized sometimes believe they can't trust others, leading to a condition called hyper-independence. Learn the signs and how to cope.
Can negative reinforcement create positive change?
That sweet relief when you silence your morning alarm? That’s negative reinforcement in action. Explore the pros and cons of using this tool to make change in your life.
What to say when someone gives you a backhanded compliment
If you’ve ever received a backhanded compliment you know how they can sting. Explore how to spot insults disguised as praise, and 7 tips to respond tactfully.
What to talk about on a first date: 7 topics for anxious daters
Stressed about what to talk about on a first date? We've got you covered with 7 topics to stick to (and a few to avoid). Plus, when—and how—to talk about mental health.
How to stop countertransference from ruining your therapy
Is your therapist projecting their issues and feelings onto you? That’s countertransference, and while it’s natural, it can also be damaging. Here’s what to do.
How to mindfully respond to passive-aggressive behavior
Passive-aggressive behavior can be annoying — but how you respond can shut it down. Learn what to do (and how to be less passive-aggressive yourself).
Think you're dating a beta male? Here's what it means
Are "beta males" a real thing? Explore the characteristics, and pros and cons of dating, this sensitive personality type. Plus, how to interact with beta males in your life.
What are the effects of AI on kids? Plus, 7 ways to keep them safe
Is AI for kids safe? Explore the ways AI is being used for kids and the benefits and concerns it presents. Plus, 7 ways to teach your kids to safely engage with AI.
Are you dating an alpha male? Here’s what it really means
Most of us throw around the term "alpha male", but is it a real thing? Learn more about the characteristics, and pros and cons of dating, this dominant personality type.
How to set healthy boundaries in relationships
Ever think about how you need to have better boundaries with someone only you never set them? Us too. Here’s how to actually set healthy boundaries and why they’re important.
How to handle an emotionally unavailable partner
Does your partner seem distant? Does something feel off even when they say everything is fine? Learn the 7 signs of emotional unavailability and how to navigate it.
How to use words of encouragement: 50 examples
Words of encouragement can be more than, “You got this!” Explore our list of 50 uplifting phrases to help someone in need of a boost. Even if that person is you...
Are you in a situationship? 6 signs to look out for
Some relationships have staying power, and others don’t. Explore 6 signs of a situationship, the pros and cons, plus when to move on or stay in it mindfully.
30 fun and engaging questions to ask on a first date
First dates can be cringey, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Here are 30 engaging questions to ask on a first date so you can (hopefully) enjoy getting to know someone new.
7 signs your parents might be toxic (and how to deal with them)
Are you struggling with a challenging parent? Here's how to know if your parents are (actually) toxic and 7 tips to help you deal with, and heal from, them.
Crushing on a coworker? Here’s how to handle it
New coworker got you doing a double take? Workplace crushes are normal but they can sometimes go too far. Here’s how to handle a workplace crush with caution…
How the grey rock method can help you deal with toxic people
Discover the grey rock method, a strategy to manage interactions with toxic people. Learn how to use it in different settings, its effectiveness, and drawbacks.
Yes, mommy issues in men are a real thing: 8 signs to look for
Explore what it means for men to have mommy issues, the causes, and common signs to look out for. Plus, what to do if mommy issues are affecting your relationship.
Are your in-laws toxic? Here’s how to deal
Yes, having toxic in-laws is a real thing. Learn what it means to have toxic in-laws, the signs, and what not to do. Plus, 8 ways to set mindful boundaries with them.