There’s a type of love that feels intense, consuming, and almost intoxicating. It sounds like: “We do everything together.” “They’re my whole world.” “If they weren’t in my life… I would fall apart.” At first, it feels romantic. But sometimes what we call deep love is actually something else. Sometimes it’s codependency. What Is Codependency? Codependency is not simply loving someone deeply. It’s when your emotional stability, identity, or sense of safety becomes dependent o

Adult life has a way of feeling relentless. Just when you solve one problem, another shows up. A bill. A schedule change. A health concern. A hard conversation. Something unexpected that you didn’t plan for and didn’t ask for. And over time, the stress doesn’t just come from the situations themselves, it comes from the anticipation , the waiting, and the feeling that there’s never a true pause. If you’ve ever thought, “Can I just catch my breath?” You’re not weak. You’re hum

The idea that a teacher should only ever have to give an instruction once assumes children are meant to function like compliant adults or perfect soldiers. That’s rooted in a seen-not-heard mindset, not child development. Children, especially young children  are still learning impulse control, emotional regulation, and attention skills. Repetition is not a failure of parenting; it’s part of how the brain learns. Gentle parenting doesn’t mean permissive or chaotic. It means te

The start of a new year often comes with pressure—to fix, change, improve, or “get it right.”But for many, especially those carrying stress, trauma, grief, or burnout, that pressure can feel overwhelming. At Truly Her Counseling , we approach the new year differently. Instead of asking “Who do I need to become?” We ask: “What do I need?” One Small Step to Start the Year Try this simple practice:Once a day, pause and ask yourself, “What do I need right now?” It might be rest.I