Should parents always hide their frustration and anger from their children? While spiritual leaders often advocate for showing only 'joyful faces' at home, child development research tells a different story. Brenton Love, LMFT breaks down why shielding kids from difficult emotions robs them of a roadmap for life—and what healthy emotional modeling actually looks like.

Starting therapy is like starting at the gym—it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options. Therapist Brenton Love breaks down why you don’t need a 'perfect' therapist to begin, and why the relationship you build is more important than any specific technique.

Are you a high-achiever who finds it hard to 'lighten up' at home? A recent study shows that laughter is actually a high-performance parenting tool. Discover why shared humor is the secret to a secure bond with your child.

Parental estrangement is more common than many realize, affecting 1 in 4 families. While it feels sudden to parents, "cutting ties" is often a Millennial child’s last resort for self-preservation. Discover the common themes behind this disconnect and how a shift in perspective can help open the door to healing.

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We often think successful relationships require 'matching' personalities. But a new study shows that the total volume of warmth you share is far more important than how similar you are. Discover how to break the 'roommate' cycle by focusing on affection quantity over compatibility.