urbazon/E+/Getty Images Emotional affairs always sound more loaded than just an affair. There’s something about the intimacy of being emotional with a person other than your spouse or partner and knowing that, deep down, it’s more than just some kind of physical attraction. All cheating is cheating, of course, but emotional affairs always feel trickier to work around. People hope they can be forgiven for having one; some couples work through them to stay together; others feel they are a worse betrayal than a one-night-stand — it really just varies. So, when it comes to people realizing that they are...
What Is “Emotional Sobriety”? Why You Should Consider This Recovery Principle
Justin Case/Getty Images These days, we’re all trying to find a better way to cope with our intense emotions. One minute you’re feeling anxious, the next minute you’re feeling angry, and before you know it, you find yourself in a downward spiral of all the feels. So, what do you do to help honor your emotions without letting them run your life? Emotional sobriety may be the answer. But… what is it, exactly? The concept first appeared in Alcoholics Anonymous to help people master their emotions without turning to substance abuse to cope. "Emotional sobriety is the practice of regulating...
Dad On TikTok Shows How "Co-Pilot Parenting" Works
Kier Gaines / TikTok We’ve all heard the term “default parent.” That’s the parent who does the majority of the labor in the household, and not just the cooking and cleaning and child-rearing, but the mental load too. The schedules, the meal planning, etc. It’s a lot. So, when we pick partners who are actually partners, that load doesn’t feel so heavy. One dad, licensed therapist, and public speaker, Kier Gaines, shared a glimpse into such a simple moment with his wife that actually speaks volumes about their dynamic as husband and wife (and as parents!). Gaines and his wife...
13 New Family-Friendly Movies & Shows To Watch On Netflix In January 2025
Netflix New year, same holiday break dragging on forever until the kids go back to school. If you have some resolutions about reducing screen time in your house, good for you. If you need a new movie to keep your kids occupied while you attempt to work from home, we see you too. Fortunately, there are some new family-friendly movies coming to Netflix this month. One is a brand new release, and it’s joined by 10 titles you and your kids probably already know and love but haven’t seen in a while. For starters, if you’ve never shared 13 Going...