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Stepfamily life Part 2: Bio mom help for Navigating a rocky relationship with the stepmom
This is part 2 of a 2 part blog that focuses on the rocky relationships that can exist between a stepmom and a bio mom.
Robin
May 18, 2020
Stepfamily life Part 1: Stepmom help for Navigating a rocky relationship with the bio mom
This is part 1 of a 2 part blog that explores the rocky relationships that can exist between a stepmom and a bio mom.
Robin
May 4, 2020
Friends with the Ex: Exploring friendship after divorce
The good news is that friendship is not a requirement for co-parenting and it isn't even a requirement for great co-parenting!
Robin
Apr 28, 2020
When "help" isn't helpful: Popular Unhelpful Divorce Resources
I am here to tell you that not all divorce resources are helpful. Let's explore how good help can go wrong
Robin
Apr 6, 2020
Anxiety and Covid-19: Creating and maintaining social media boundaries
Boundary formation and management is important at all times. Here are some tips for creating and maintaining social media boundaries.
Robin
Mar 22, 2020
Self Care and Covid-19: Creative ways to help ourselves
Social distancing may have changed how we normally practice self care. Find new self care methods while practicing social distancing!
Robin
Mar 9, 2020
Grieving a divorce: how to help yourself move forward
Divorce is the second highest rated stressful event that can occur in adulthood. Processing grief is important for mental health
Robin
Jan 6, 2020
Forgiving our mistakes: Working through shame and guilt when we have hurt ourselves or others
Mistakes and failure are common. The great Brene Brown reminds us that there is no effort without error.
Robin
Dec 3, 2019
Conflict in relationships: How to fight fair
Conflict in relationships remind us that we are two independent people who share some common goals, but also have independent needs
Robin
Nov 5, 2019
Growing Blended Extended Families: Expect Nothing and Appreciate Everything
Blending families (and blending extended families) can be stressful. Each family is unique and has their own structure. It is tempting to ju
Robin
Nov 1, 2019
Connection: Building a support network within your community
Humans are hardwired for connection. Read up on how to create and maintain a support network within your community. #buildyourvillage
Robin
Sep 23, 2019
Emotional Self-Regulation: Healthy and unhealthy ways of expressing emotion
Emotional self-regulation is critical for the management, expression and experience of emotions. Rather than escalating to action,
Robin
Sep 9, 2019
Scapegoat or Black sheep? Dealing with Family Conflict
Discover the role you play within your family dynamic and how to cope with extended family conflict.
Robin
Jul 17, 2019
Connection; Why Dating Your Spouse is Important
One of the first steps to finding connection within your romantic life is taking time to intentionally seek connection..
Robin
Jul 5, 2019
Child Love Languages: How does your child receive love?
Children need to be shown love in many ways. If we have limited time how do we ensure that our children are receiving the love they need?
Robin
Jun 27, 2019
Positivity: How to reduce negative noise and turn up the happy
Science tells us that our brains are actually hardwired to be more sensitive to the negative, so how do we cultivate a positive outlook?
Robin
Jun 10, 2019
Externalizing: How to create space between ourself and our feelings
Externalization can help separate yourself from the problem. Attached is an example of this technique. Try writing your own!
Robin
May 14, 2019
Stepparenting: Why Mother’s Day is my favorite Anniversary
Mother's Day is not all roses. For some, it's a day of grief, isolation, and exclusion. This is my story and how I redefined Mother's Day
Robin
May 13, 2019
Welcome to the Nest!
Welcome to my blog! Subscribe and discover mental health tips, techniques and personal reflections.
Robin
Apr 4, 2019
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