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Why You Keep Splitting People Into "Perfect" or "Trash" (And How It's Killing Your Relationships)
Your partner cancels plans, and suddenly you're questioning everything. One minute they're perfect, the next you're done. This isn't drama—it's splitting. Here's why your brain does this, what it's protecting you from, and how to finally break the cycle.
Odile McKenzie, LCSW
1 day ago5 min read
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Finding Your Calm in the Holiday Chaos | Coping With Holiday Stress & Emotions
If the holidays feel heavier than joyful, you’re not alone. Explore gentle, therapist-guided ways to manage holiday stress, grief, and emotional overwhelm with compassion and care.
Danielle Abrenica
Nov 252 min read
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Family Doesn’t Always Mean Safe: Learning to Choose Emotional Safety Over Obligation
Family is supposed to feel safe—but what do you do when the people you love most make you feel small or unseen? For many of us raised in cultures that prize loyalty above all else, setting boundaries feels like betrayal. But here's the truth: protecting your peace doesn't mean you love less. It means you're finally learning to love yourself too. Learn how to navigate family relationships, set boundaries without guilt, and break generational trauma patterns while honoring wher
Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Nov 193 min read
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10 Subtle Signs You’re Wasting Your Time in Dating, And How to Spot Them Early
Are you confusing chemistry for compatibility? That intense connection might actually be draining your emotional energy. In this guide, discover 10 subtle signs you're wasting time in dating—from inconsistent effort to avoiding relationship labels. Learn to distinguish between healthy relationship growth and red flags, so you can date with clarity, confidence, and self-trust. Because you deserve partnership, not potential.
Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Nov 115 min read
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