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Learn To Break the Cycle of Toxic Parenting

Learn To Break the Cycle of Toxic Parenting

by Milena Koljensic | Jul 25, 2023 | Dr. Jamie Huysman, Guest Contributor, TAR Tales, Toxic Relationships

Toxic parenting can have a devastating impact on children’s growth and development, and it’s a cycle that can be difficult to break. Toxic parents exhibit harmful behavior towards their children, such as neglect, abuse, or manipulation. The consequences of toxic...
How to Heal From A Toxic Childhood

How to Heal From A Toxic Childhood

by Milena Koljensic | Jul 19, 2023 | CPTSD, Dr. Jamie Huysman, Guest Contributor, TAR Tales

Even though we like to feel that our past is behind us and our childhood relationships are just memories, our character and worldview today can be greatly shaped by how we were brought up. Our childhood experiences hold even more power over our present selves when we...
Is it Okay to be Toxic Positive in Serious Illness Support?

Is it Okay to be Toxic Positive in Serious Illness Support?

by Milena Koljensic | Jul 13, 2023 | Guest Contributor, TAR Tales

We live in a world that values positivity and optimism. While these qualities can be beneficial, toxic positivity can have negative consequences — especially for those dealing with serious illnesses. Toxic positivity is the idea that individuals should only focus on...
Signs You Have a Toxic Sibling(s) (And how to deal with them)

Signs You Have a Toxic Sibling(s) (And how to deal with them)

by Milena Koljensic | Jul 11, 2023 | Dr. Jamie Huysman, Guest Contributor, TAR Tales

Ah siblings. As kids, maybe you shared toys, built elaborate pillow-and-blanket forts in the living room, and banded together against your parents’ “tyrannical” rule. With age, you became sounding boards and confidants. In fact, just thinking about your brother or...
How To Cope With Toxic Parents

How To Cope With Toxic Parents

by Milena Koljensic | Jun 29, 2023 | Guest Contributor, TAR Tales, Toxic Relationships

  What can you do? Toxic parents are often selfish, manipulative, and neglectful. Growing up with them can be a difficult experience, and it takes time to heal. Fortunately, you can learn how to deal with your toxic parents so you can feel better. Whether you’re...
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