Inevitably, there will be birthday parties. It was always very awkward when I didn't know the parents hosting, but I also couldn't send my child into a situation where there would be no options for her.
A narcissist is not just a self-absorbed person but is someone who functions in relationship with all-encompassing need to be admired and devoid of empathy for others.
If a person requests a soft drink, or says "No," to your offer of an alcoholic beverage, respect his or her response and move on.
To be responsible for others in the water, you must be aware of your own abilities.
If I had known that developing a consistent meditation practice was the key to managing stress and becoming less reactive, I would’ve done it a lot sooner.
I tell people about my experience and my reasoning and I'm usually met with, "Oh my gosh! That's amazing! I'm so happy for you! Now if only I can convince my doctor to do it for me!"
When it comes to mental health, especially for our kids, that can be a tough one to determine the right time to seek help.