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What is Triangulation and How is it Affecting Your Family Dynamic?

Have you ever heard of Triangulation? Even if you don’t know what it is, chances are you’ve experienced it. It’s what’s know as a transactional model of communication. You can find it in passive aggressive behaviors like the extended silent treatment. Or family members taking sides in an argument. It’s actually a pretty normal daily […]

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Mental Health for Moms: Organizing for Mental Health

Moms and Mental Health Series Here at MSB, we specialize in talking about Mental Health issues from the unique perspectives of those who experience them. That’s why we’re dedicating this series specifically to Moms who struggle with their Mental Health. Why? Because Moms don’t get the choice to step back and work on their Mental

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What is Triangulation and How is it Affecting Your Family Dynamic?

Have you ever heard of Triangulation? Even if you don’t know what it is, chances are you’ve experienced it. It’s what’s know as a transactional model of communication. You can find it in passive aggressive behaviors like the extended silent treatment. Or family members taking sides in an argument. It’s actually a pretty normal daily

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Dealing with ACES: How to Support a Traumatized Child Through Trauma Informed Parenting

How To Support a Traumatized Child by Maria Black ***TW: Death, ACES, Mentions of Bullying.*** The day my father died was the worst day of my life. I can remember it vividly, even though I was only six. Everyone was gathered around the medical bed that had taken residence in my parent’s room. It was

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What to Do When you Can’t Escape a Toxic Living Situation

Are you trapped in a toxic situation? If you are, this article is for you. Conventional wisdom tells us to cut troublesome people from our lives, even (in some cases *especially*) if they’re family. And that’s pretty solid advice. If someone is abusing you emotionally or physically, the correct answer is to get away from

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Jakob’s Family: The Psychology of Generational Trauma

The Psychology of Generational Trauma: Did you know trauma can time-travel? Yep, that’s right. Studies suggest the effect of a traumatic event can be passed down like an heirloom generation to generation. It’s called trans-generational trauma and it’s handed down through parenting styles, cultural practices and maybe even genes. What is Generational Trauma? Generational trauma

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