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Living with a husband who has chronic illness for a season
Celeste G.
Available today
Caring for a partner
+4
My husband was chronically ill off and on for a couple of years, during which time he wasn’t really able to work or do much to help support our family of 6 at the time. This put a lot of strain on me because I was trying to juggle homeschooling our kids, working part time, and taking care of our home mostly by myself. I felt so alone during that time even though I had 5 other people around me everyday. I was stressed, exhausted, and overwhelmed. My husband unfortunately became depressed during this time because he wanted to be there for us more, but when he would try it would just end up making his symptoms worse and sending him back to bed for the day. He was seeking answers from doctors, who suggested all kinds of things including allergy shots, diet changes, exercise routines, medications, etc but nothing was really helping. I had to deal with my own somewhat irrational anger at my husband because while I knew he was doing everything he could to get better, I was left with so much responsibility. I even had a hard time accepting that he was really sick at times because the symptoms weren’t always easy to see on the surface, and unfortunately my father had little understanding and would tell him to do things like “just go for a run”. Thankfully, I was able to find some ways to take things off my plate like sending my kids to public school, and my husband slowly found his way back to health through emotional work as well as physical solutions.
Slow living hacks and parenting while navigating college
Jalissa C.
Embracing vulnerability
As I navigate the balancing act of college life, parenting, and building meaningful relationships, I've discovered the power of slow living. After struggling academically in the past, I shifted my focus to being a stay-at-home mom for my kids, who do online school. However, I realized that continuing my education would not only keep my mind sharp but also enable me to better support my family. Now, pursuing a business degree has become a journey of self-discovery. Through this process, I've learned to embrace simplicity and minimalism, which helps me show up more fully for my loved ones. My supportive husband, who shares a different faith identity, has been instrumental in my growth. As I explore my own spiritual path, I've found that simplicity and mindfulness are essential in nurturing my relationships and personal growth. Parenting has taught me patience and vulnerability, while navigating college as an adult has been a profound journey of self-discovery. I'm eager to explore these
Parenthood without screen time
Jessica I.
Loss of personal time
+3
I lost myself in screens and have removed almost all screen time from my children and now have them help with farm chores and am teaching them to sew. So i understand how hard it is to go against the grain.
Being drained by everybody else's needs
Coach Ivy L.
Fatigue and limitations
For the ones carrying it all but barely holding on. When your days are packed from start to finish, a 3pm Starbucks run still doesn’t cut it, and four hours of sleep feels like your new normal—it’s time to find the culprit. Do you need some YOU time? If you are a parent who's feeling stretched too thin and stuck on autopilot, let’s talk. Maybe you just need to vent about the pressure, hear that your exhaustion isn’t your fault, or finally talk through the weight you’ve been carrying. Maybe you want practical ways to hit reset, carve out time for yourself, or set boundaries that protect your energy without guilt. However you show up, this space is about you—your needs, your voice, and your chance to stop running on empty.
Feeling guilty for being tired of caregiving
Balancing caregiving and self-care
For the ones carrying the weight of caregiving and wondering how much longer you can keep going. When your days revolve around doctor’s appointments, medications, and constant worry, it’s easy to forget that you deserve grace. Resentment creeps in even though you love the person you’re caring for, and the financial strain of missed work or hard choices only adds to the guilt. It can feel like you’re choosing between their needs and your well-being—either way, you’re the one left drained. Do you feel like no one really understands what you’re carrying? That you don’t even know how to ask for help, or what kind of help would actually make a difference? If you’re overwhelmed, grieving, and running on empty, let’s talk. Maybe you need to vent the resentment you’ve been ashamed to admit, or maybe you want to unpack the guilt of not being able to do it all. I’ve been there too. What kept me going was allowing outside support and rewriting the expectations I thought I had to live up to.
Parenting teenagers
Louise H.
Available tomorrow
Learning differences
I am the mother of a 20-year-old son and a 16-year-old daughter. And I have been through it all. Moving to a new state when my kids were 14 and 10, navigating a pandemic with teenagers, the pressures of high school life, college applications, gifted programs, peer pressure, driving, relationship issues… as well as all the adolescent obstacles that came before. As a stay at home mom, the pressure has always been on me to do everything— make lunches, volunteer at school, coach sports teams, drive them everywhere… and now I am at the stage where I am needed less physically, but the emotional and financial burdens are more prevalent. One of my kids is also part of the LGBTQ community, so I also have experience supporting and being involved in social justice advocacy on behalf of my child. No one gets a handbook when they become a parent, and none of us can do this alone… but together with support and advice given from learned experience, we can make this world a better place for our kids
Rebuilding your community after a big life change
Nikki S.
Building community
After college, I moved to Chicago with my best friend to start fresh. It was an exciting new chapter, but also a daunting one. I didn’t have a built-in support system and had to rebuild my community from scratch—new job, new friends, new everything. It wasn’t easy, especially since my friendships from college weren’t as supportive as I had hoped. I learned the hard way that creating a strong social circle takes intention and effort, but it was worth it. Fast forward to becoming a mom in 2024, and once again, I was faced with the challenge of rebuilding my community, but this time, as a parent. I had to find other moms to connect with, navigate the challenges of new parenthood, and still maintain my friendships. Through these transitions, I realized that it’s not about having a large number of relationships, but having quality connections that support you through life’s changes. If you’re feeling lost or overwhelmed in your own transition, whether it’s moving to a new city or becoming a new parent, I’d love to share my journey and help guide you through the process of finding your people and building the support system you deserve.
Balancing parenthood and career when both demand everything
Allison L.
Work-life balance
+2
Being a working mom with three kids and a husband who worked shifts often felt like I was being pulled in every direction. The early years were a blur of sleepless nights and daycare drop-offs, while the teenage years came with new emotional challenges. I tried to be everything for everyone—at home and at work—but there was a moment that stopped me in my tracks: two of my kids broke their clavicles on the same day, and my boss still expected me to get on a plane for a work trip. That moment made it clear that my priorities needed to shift. I made the choice to stay home and start redefining what balance looked like for me. It wasn’t easy—there was guilt, financial stress, and the constant feeling that I was somehow letting someone down. But over time, I figured out how to tune out the noise and focus on what truly mattered. I’ve talked with other moms facing similar struggles, especially around setting boundaries with employers and letting go of the guilt that comes with trying to do it all.
Stay-at-home parenting and protecting your mental health
Calvin N.
Anxiety
Fatigue and burnout
Becoming a stay-at-home parent was one of the most rewarding—and hardest—roles I’ve taken on. I didn’t expect the loneliness, the constant pressure to be “on,” or the way my own mental health challenges would resurface when I had no break. I struggled with anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt, wondering if I was really doing enough or being enough for my kids and myself. It took time, therapy, and a lot of trial and error to find a balance that worked: setting boundaries, asking for help, and learning to value my own needs alongside my kids’. I know how isolating and overwhelming this role can be, and I want to help others protect their peace and thrive in the chaos.
Finding yourself again after becoming a stay-at-home mom
Rachel K.
Coping with loneliness or isolation
When I left my corporate job to stay home with my first son, I thought it would be a joyful new chapter—and it was, in many ways. But I wasn’t expecting how disorienting it would feel to suddenly not know who I was outside of motherhood. It was lonely at times, and I missed adult conversations and a sense of accomplishment beyond getting the dishes done before bedtime. On top of that, I experienced miscarriages and challenges with breastfeeding, which added to the emotional toll. As the boys grew older, the challenges changed, but the pressure stayed—sports schedules, school needs, navigating friendships and bullying—it’s a constant juggle. I’ve leaned on books, podcasts, articles, and real talks with friends to figure things out, and I’ve become the go-to person for family when they need a sounding board or practical advice.
Navigating life after losing a loved one to addiction
Sandra P.
Other
Loss of sibling
I’m a stay-at-home mom to four boys, with my youngest thriving after being born prematurely. Life’s been full of challenges, including watching my brother battle alcoholism for years until his death in 2021. Although I wasn’t a heavy drinker, his struggle motivated me to stay sober and break the cycle of addiction in my family. I supported him through tough times, always encouraging him that he didn’t need alcohol to face life’s challenges. When he passed, the grief was overwhelming, not just from losing him but from feeling helpless in his fight against addiction. I now understand how deeply addiction can affect a family. While it’s been a difficult journey, I’ve learned that even in the midst of loss, there’s a shared experience that connects us all. I want to help others who are grieving a loved one to addiction find support and healing.
Difficulty with identity and self-worth
Being a single parent while your partner gets sober
Stefani W.
Loneliness
When my daughters were young, my husband went to rehab to get sober. Overnight, I became a single parent. Not because I wanted to, but because it was what our family needed to survive. I had to hold it all together while he worked to save his own life. That season of life was lonely, overwhelming, and filled with hard truths. There were moments I felt resentful, moments I was proud, and many where I simply had to keep going without knowing what came next. I juggled preschool drop-offs, tears in the shower, and answering my daughters’ questions without breaking down. But I also found strength I didn’t know I had. I kept showing up. And through all of it, I gained perspective not just as a partner, but as a woman and mother. Today, my husband is in long-term recovery, and I’m here to support anyone who’s walking that same tightrope. You’re not weak for struggling, you're strong for staying.
Changes you are going through during menopause
carla g.
Aging and physical loss
The aches started off small—just a bit of stiffness—but they’ve become a steady part of life. Still, I get up, I move, and I keep going. Mornings take a little more time, and I’ve learned to be more mindful with how I start the day. I still walk, I still garden, and I still do the things I love—maybe a bit slower, maybe with more intention, but I do them. My body feels different these days, thanks to menopause, but I’m learning to work with it rather than against it. I stay active, I stay positive, and I do my best to take care of myself while adjusting to this new chapter.
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