Elizabeth Laura Nelson

Real self-care: Forget pedicures and bubble baths.

Being a parent isn’t everything.

In a marriage, should you really feel lonely that much of the time? And if so, then how lonely is too lonely?

Researchers say that the average relationship hits the ‘comfort zone’ phase after 11 months and 24 days.

Clutter is a distraction, causing you to lose focus and get sidetracked, and it also signals your brain to feel that your work is never done.

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

Are you drowning in negativity?

Yes, a lot of parents are assholes. But you know what? A lot of people are assholes; some of them happen to have kids, some don’t. I can’t speak for all parents, and I wouldn’t want to try. But speaking as one particular person with kids, here’s what I wish my childfree friends would understand…

Is it possible that talking about your relationship less could actually be the key to making it better? Sometimes, stop talking and just let yourselves be.