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Coping Mechanisms: The Good, the Bad, and the Self-Sabotaging
Not all coping is healthy. Some habits soothe us short-term but wreck us long-term. Hereâs how to spot and upgrade your coping mechanisms.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 29, 20252 min read
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Therapy Isnât Just for Crises: 11 Unexpected Reasons to Go Anyway
You donât need to be falling apart to go to therapy. From building confidence to better communication, hereâs why therapyâs for everyone.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 26, 20252 min read
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Mental Load in Relationships: Why Youâre Tired Before the Day Even Starts
If youâve ever felt like your partner has the luxury of just doing the tasks while youâre stuck thinking about everythingâthis is for you.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 25, 20252 min read
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The Psychology of Empathy: How Feeling with Others Makes Us Human
Empathy connects us, heals divides, and strengthens relationships. Hereâs the psychology behind itâand how to build this essential skill.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 13, 20252 min read
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The Psychology of Emotional Intelligence: Why IQ Isnât Everything
Being smart isnât just about books and testsâemotional intelligence can make or break relationships, careers, and well-being. Hereâs why EQ matters more than you think.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 10, 20252 min read
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Why Praise Can Backfireâand How to Do It Right
âGood job!â seems harmlessâbut the wrong kind of praise can sabotage motivation and self-esteem. Hereâs how to praise so it actually helps.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 7, 20252 min read
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Why Kids Resist Help (Even When They Clearly Need It)
Theyâre strugglingâyet push you away the minute you try to help. Hereâs why kids resist support, and what actually works instead.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 4, 20252 min read
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Signs Your Child May Need an Occupational Therapy Evaluation
Struggling with daily tasks, constant meltdowns, or fine motor delays? Here are the signs it might be time to consider an OT evaluation.

Sophia Whitehouse
Jul 2, 20252 min read
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Common Mistakes Parents Make When Supporting Kids with Anxiety
Youâre trying to helpâbut some well-meaning parenting moves can actually make your childâs anxiety worse. Hereâs what to do instead.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 14, 20253 min read
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How to Explain Executive Function to a Parent (Without Sounding Like a Robot)
Executive function sounds fancyâbut itâs really just the brainâs version of a personal assistant. Hereâs how to explain it without jargon overload.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 9, 20253 min read
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Confessions of a Therapist Mom: When I Donât Follow My Own Advice
I tell parents to stay calm, connected, and consistent. Then I yell at my kid because they spilled juice on my laptop. So yeah⌠letâs talk.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 8, 20253 min read
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Myths About ADHD That Need to Die Already
No, ADHD isnât caused by bad parenting, sugar, or screen time. Letâs torch the myths and give this diagnosis the respect it deserves.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 7, 20252 min read
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When Your Childâs Anxiety Looks Like Defiance
Not listening? Melting down over nothing? Your child might not be defiantâthey might be anxious. Here's how to tell the difference.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 4, 20253 min read
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Occupational Therapy for Kids: Itâs More Than Fine Motor Skills
Think OT is just handwriting practice? Think again. Hereâs how occupational therapy helps kids thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 3, 20252 min read
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Signs of School Avoidance vs. Normal âI Donât Wanna Goâ Days
Every kid dreads school sometimes. But when does it cross into school avoidance? Learn the signsâand what to do about them.

Sophia Whitehouse
May 1, 20253 min read
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Why Kids Lieâand What You Should (and Shouldnât) Do About It
Your kid just lied to your face. Donât panicâitâs not a moral failing. Hereâs what lying really means (and what to do instead of freaking ou

Sophia Whitehouse
Apr 29, 20253 min read
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Managing Behavior Issues Without Yelling: Expert Tips
Tired of yelling to get your kid to listen? Here's how to manage behavior issues with calm, control, and expert-backed parenting hacks.

Sophia Whitehouse
Mar 20, 20252 min read
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