#family-communication
#family-communication

Parenting

Death, Taxes, and Talking to Your Parents

fromBuzzFeed

6 days ago

Healthcare

I'm A Death Doula. Here's What I've Learned About The End Of Life.

Death, Taxes, and Talking to Your Parents

Most families avoid care discussions until a crisis arises, risking confusion and conflict later.

Conversations should focus on values and how parents want to live, not just logistics of care.

Starting these talks can strengthen familial bonds, enhancing connection even in difficult contexts.

more#end-of-life-care

2 weeks ago

Harriette Cole: My little sister can't wait for me to come home but I might not

It was your mother's job to prepare your sister for your eventual departure. I'm sorry she did not do that. Part of having children and getting them to maturity is making sure they will be OK on their own and that anyone still in the home will be fine when they leave. Clearly, that didn't happen. What you can do now is stay in contact with your sister on a regular basis.

Relationships

4 weeks ago

Asking Eric: The look-at-me pregnancy reveal was the latest rudeness from my niece

Our niece (my husband's brother's daughter) is expecting her first child. While we are very happy for her, the way she announced her news, and some of her past actions, have affected my feelings toward her as they had directly impacted me, my husband and our kids. This niece announced her pregnancy to us (via FaceTime, as she doesn't live locally) at a family birthday dinner that was held for the combined birthdays of her father and our son.

Relationships

#parenting

4 weeks ago

Parenting

My Son Hasn't Seen His Father in 11 Years. It Might Be Time to Tell Him the Real Reason Why.

NYC parents

Dad Holds Intervention About Kids Constantly Saying 'Mom,' Becomes Instant Legend

Parenting

My Mom and My Son Had a Lovely Relationship. Now I Have to Tell Him It's Over.

Parenting

Mom Sleeps with Phone on Silent, Wakes Up to Something That Nearly Stops Her Heart

Parenting

My Brother Is Putting My 15-Year-Old Niece in an Unfair Position. I Have to Put a Stop to It.

Parenting

My Wife's Unconventional Phone Obsession Is Upending Our Lives. She Refuses to See It.

4 weeks ago

Parenting

My Son Hasn't Seen His Father in 11 Years. It Might Be Time to Tell Him the Real Reason Why.

NYC parents

Dad Holds Intervention About Kids Constantly Saying 'Mom,' Becomes Instant Legend

Parenting

My Mom and My Son Had a Lovely Relationship. Now I Have to Tell Him It's Over.

Parenting

Mom Sleeps with Phone on Silent, Wakes Up to Something That Nearly Stops Her Heart

Parenting

My Brother Is Putting My 15-Year-Old Niece in an Unfair Position. I Have to Put a Stop to It.

Parenting

My Wife's Unconventional Phone Obsession Is Upending Our Lives. She Refuses to See It.

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Relationships

Dear Abby: Mom is avoiding us siblings. Is she hiding something?

Sudden withdrawal and behavior changes in an elderly parent can indicate illness and merit family concern, discussion, and medical evaluation.

5-Minute Weekly Habit That Changes Everything About Sex Ed

It could be on the front page, or it could be in the business section, or maybe even in the sports section of the newspaper. But simply, at the breakfast table-hopefully on a weekend day where there's lots of time and everybody's very relaxed and the children are sitting at the table-just say, "Would you listen to this?" Then read that article, lean back in your chair and say, "What do you think of that?" And then just be quiet.

Parenting

Careers

Asking Eric: Should I tell what I heard about why my nephew didn't get the job?

Speak directly to Noah, offering actionable, specific interview feedback, rather than telling his defensive mother.

Relationships

Harriette Cole: My kids are starting to notice their cousins get treated better

Speak directly to grandparents about unequal treatment to protect grandchildren’s feelings while reassuring and distracting the affected children.

Asking Eric: My in-laws say I turn them away, but they don't get what's going on in our lives

Set compassionate, realistic visitation limits, communicate dementia-related needs, offer alternative ways for family to connect, and protect caregiver wellbeing.

Cannabis

fromstupiddope.com

How to Talk About Weed With Family: Normalizing the Conversation

Normalize open, informed family conversations about cannabis to reduce stigma, correct misinformation, and address health, legal, and generational concerns.

fromIndependent

'What we went through was horrific' - families angry after Swiss clinic helped Irish woman to die in secret despite its promises

Pegasos clinic failed to contact families of individuals who ended their lives there, despite prior commitments.

fromIndependent

'We found out from a WhatsApp that my mother had died by assisted suicide' - family of Cavan woman tell of shock

Family of Maureen Slough criticizes Swiss clinic for lack of communication about her assisted suicide.

College Transition: Emptying the Nest to Flocking Together

Students transitioning to college may feel a sense of loss when leaving friends or romantic partners and may question who they are away from their families.

Parenting

fromwww.theguardian.com

Boomers once gave their kids the sex talk. Now it's time for them to speak frankly about dying | Sarah Macdonald

Conversing about death and aging in small, candid segments helps families cope with grief and stress efficiently.

Relationships

Dear Abby: While I was recuperating, my husband moved out of our house

A spouse's infidelity and refusal to communicate can lead to emotional devastation in a long-term marriage.

"What Do We Tell the Kids?"

Children are sensitive to adult emotions, so honest communication during tough times is essential to prevent them from forming inaccurate, frightening views.

NYC parents

fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Miss Manners: My fiance's family is upset about the wedding gift situation

Couple's personal gift request leads to communication challenges with in-laws regarding wedding registry.

Gadgets

Enabot Introduces the EBO Air 2 Plus: A Smart Companion Robot That Redefines Home Connection | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The EBO Air 2 Plus enhances family connections through advanced AI and innovative design.

Everyday cooking

Dear Abby: My granddaughter kept saying I should let her talk, so I stopped speaking to her

Open communication is key in family relationships, and both parties should engage equally.

Graphic design

fromTasting Table

What Is A Kitchen Command Center And What Purpose Does It Serve? - Tasting Table

The kitchen can serve as an organized, functional space through careful design that integrates aesthetics and practical use.

Implementing a command center in the kitchen helps minimize clutter and improves household communication.

#mental-health

Parenting

How to "Talk About Bruno" With Your Kids

Open dialogue about mental illness between parents and children is crucial for understanding and emotional support.

Parenting

5 Reasons Parents Need to "Talk About Bruno" With Their Kids

Talking openly about parental mental illness benefits family relationships and children's understanding.

How to "Talk About Bruno" With Your Kids

Open dialogue about mental illness between parents and children is crucial for understanding and emotional support.

Parenting

5 Reasons Parents Need to "Talk About Bruno" With Their Kids

I started tracking my teenagers on Life360. It's helped us all in more ways than I thought.

Family tracking apps encourage better communication and connection among family members.

philosophy

fromThe Conversation

6 months ago

'Agreeing to disagree' is hurting your relationships - here's what to do instead

Avoiding tough conversations can harm family relationships more than addressing them directly.

Miscommunication and avoidance may lead to permanent damage in family bonds.