Difficult Adult Siblings: A Three-Act Holiday Survival Guide From Pre-Thanksgiving Planning to Christmas Dinner Drama, Hereโs How to Set Boundaries Without Cutting Ties ๐ญ Act I: The Pre-Holiday Planning Wars Before the turkey even hits the oven, sibling tension simmers in group chats and phone calls. Whoโs hosting? Whoโs cooking? Whoโs staying where? These [...]
Who Are Narcissists? Can Narcissists Change? โNarcissist.โ Few words in modern psychology are as loaded - or as weaponized -as this one. Itโs used in breakups, custody disputes, and even in therapy offices. But what does it actually mean? And more importantly: can narcissists change? At Embrace New Life Counseling & Wellness, we [...]
Lessons from the Donna Adelson Case: Why Families Need Peace, Not Alienation The nation recently watched as Donna Adelson, age 75, was convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation in the 2014 killing of her former son-in-law, Florida State University law professor Daniel Markel. The case revealed how a bitter custody dispute spiraled [...]
In the intricate dance of human interaction, psychological concepts like codependency and boundaries wield significant influence on the fabric of our relationships and societal civility. However, an alarming trend has emerged where these concepts are weaponized, contributing to the erosion of courtesy and respect in our interactions. This blog post delves into the [...]
