How to be a good co-parent

How to be a good co-parent

Compromise

Communicate as a team

Communicate directly with your ex

Don’t talk badly about your ex

Don’t ignore special days like birthdays

Do not involve kids in adult decision

Pick your battles

Be flexible with your schedule

Don’t expect your ex to handle things the way you do

Share information, updates, photos, and accolades with your ex

Enjoy your time off

Have a support network

How to make the most of online therapy in Texas - Eight tips from an Online Therapist

How to make the most of online therapy in Texas - Eight tips from an Online Therapist

Online therapy has been around for a long time, but it was not until Covid-19 spread across the world that most of us began to think seriously about it. Without video, it would have been tough for people to keep getting counseling at a time when they may have needed it the most. Counseling can sometimes feel awkward, even in person. If you are worried that online therapy will be even more awkward, keep reading. Below are my tips for how to make the most of your online therapy sessions.

How do I pick a major?

How do I pick a major?

Choosing a college major seems like a pretty major decision in life and can be a source of anxiety for both future (or current) college students and their loved ones. The best piece of advice I can give you is to relax! Picking a college major does not carry the weight and finality of Harry Potter’s Sorting Hat. It’s not a decision you have to stick with very long if you feel you’ve chosen poorly and it probably doesn’t have the lifelong implications that many people believe it does. Having said that here are some tips that can help ease your mind and make the decision an enjoyable one:

How to stop nightmares

How to stop nightmares

The terror people experience in nightmares often seem real to them. Especially for very vivid, disturbing nightmares, it can feel to your body and mind as if you are actually going through the nightmare scenario. Even when you do wake up, the sense of disturbance, fear, and anxiety can linger. It’s a terrible feeling to feel that out of control and terrorized at a time when you are basically helpless, during your sleep.