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How Do You Handle Conflict?

Conflict is a normal part of any relationship – whether with family, friends, or coworkers. But each of us approaches conflict a little differently. Some people shy away from disagreements, while others meet them head-on. As a therapist, I’ve seen how understanding your conflict style can be a game-changer for Read more

By Nick Highland, ago
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Attachment Styles and Their Role in Mental Health

How we connect with others begins with our earliest relationships. Attachment theory, developed by psychologists John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, explains how these early bonds with caregivers shape the way we relate to people throughout life. Bowlby believed attachment is a survival system: babies instinctively seek closeness to a caregiver who Read more

By Nickolus Highland, ago
Two women of different generations ascend a staircase.

The Invisible Inheritance: How Your Family’s Past Is Shaping Your Present

Have you ever had a reaction to something that felt… bigger than the situation called for? A flash of panic when someone raises their voice, even slightly. A profound sense of guilt over taking a sick day. A stubborn inability to trust a partner, even when they’ve given you no reason not to. You try to reason with yourself, but it’s a feeling that seems to come from a deeper place, something you can’t quite put your finger on.