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…

We’ve probably all heard it a million times: relationships are hard work.

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

Sometimes you have to let go of your dreams. As the years go by, you come to the realization that who you are now is pretty much who you’ll be forever.

The problem with people pleasing: You’re trying so hard to be good. So how come you feel so bad?

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.

Can’t calm down, won’t calm down.

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.

Reading in bed together, while it might not be a major milestone — like marriage or having children — truly is a significant event in a relationship.

Parents — we’re the worst.