Elizabeth Laura Nelson

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…

No regrets about having kids? Maybe it’s time we all came clean.

The thing is, when you fight with your partner, it’s your amygdala that takes over. It's the part of the brain that processes fear, and it’s powerful.

Can’t calm down, won’t calm down.

Parents — we’re the worst.

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

The "comfort relationship": Sometimes we get comfortable being uncomfortable.

A relationship with a narcissist may start out with butterflies and fireworks...But don’t be fooled: it’s not about you. It’s about them.

If you have these four types of friends in your life, they could literally be making you sick. Consider yourself warned and remove these toxic friends!

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