Elizabeth Laura Nelson

The only thing worse than being in a bad mood, is dealing with someone else’s bad mood.

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 energy at 3PM? The mid-afternoon slump is a well-known phenomenon.

Real self-care: Forget pedicures and bubble baths.

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

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

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.

Can’t calm down, won’t calm down.

Marriage isn’t a game. But playing one can actually help strengthen it. So, game on!

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