Theme
Boundaries and family
Setting boundaries with parents, in-laws, and adult children.
Unexpected family visits: say when a visit works
Practise a clear response and agree how visits are arranged.
Helping your child say no: practise small situations
Help children express a boundary, respect another person’s no and ask for support.
Ending screen time with your child: plan the transition
Prepare a clear agreement and offer practical help with moving to the next activity.
The black sheep of the family: why you got the role
In many families, one person carries the blame for tension that belongs to everyone. Why a system picks a black sheep, why it is not proof that you are the problem, and what years in that role does to you.
Setting boundaries with your parents without losing the relationship
In families, a boundary is often about differentiation: holding your own position while staying connected. On loyalty, old roles, and why it weighs so heavily with family.