Elizabeth Laura Nelson

As a person who writes about relationships for a living, I might be one of the people least in need of all this well-meaning advice, which usually amounts to clichés and can even veer into the territory of outright insults. What I need – what most of us need – is for people to hear me, and to trust me.

Never ask a Libra where they want to go for dinner.

Being a parent isn’t everything.

My anxiety doesn’t mean I can’t be a good parent. In fact, it makes me a better one.

Can’t calm down, won’t calm down.

Honesty is supposed to be the cornerstone of a healthy relationship, and lying, an automatic dealbreaker. But should it be?

Is it hard for you to accept help when you need it?

This is your brain on love. And it’s scary.

“Parenting” has become a competitive sport. But it’s kids who are losing. Let your kids screw up.