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…

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

True Scorpio nature: We like it when people are afraid of us. They should be afraid. Here 19 other ways you know you're a Scorpio!

Is it better to be alone than to be in a miserable relationship?

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

Can’t calm down, won’t calm down.

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.

Would you really rather not get older?

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.

Does chronic anxiety ever make you feel like a flake?