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Have you ever had a conversation with someone that seemed to go sideways almost instantly? You ask, “Are we okay?” They say, “Of course we’re okay. Why are you asking?” You try to get closer, and they pull away. Or maybe you’re the one who needs some space—but the other person keeps asking what’s wrong, which makes you want even more distance. Sometimes, what looks like stubbornness, neediness, avoidance, or overreacting is actually something deeper: our attachment system at work. Attachment...

"Addiction" and "enabling" are terms that have been swirling around since the closure of the safe consumption site of our community, so here is a repost to remind us of the difference between enabling and allyship, especially in the context of addiction. We’ve all been there—someone we care about is struggling, and every instinct says jump in, fix it, protect them from the fallout. But sometimes, in trying to be their life raft, we accidentally become their anchor—keeping them tethered to the...

When families face separation, conflict, addiction, or abuse, the focus often shifts quickly toward legal decisions—custody arrangements, parenting plans, finances, and division of responsibilities. But before family conflict becomes a legal issue, it is almost always a mental health issue. Family dispute resolution is often viewed as a practical alternative to court, but its value extends far beyond legal efficiency. Early family dispute resolution can function as an important mental health...