Writings and resources to help you flourish.

“Bibliotherapy is a term that describes the very real process of being positively and therapeutically influenced by what you read.” —Pete Walker

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What is Narcissism Really?

Let’s talk about narcissism. It’s one of those words that gets thrown around so much it’s basically lost all meaning. “He’s such a narcissist,” “My ex? Total narcissist,” “Ugh, stop taking selfies, you narcissist.” It’s become the go-to insult for anyone who’s a little too into themselves—or, honestly, anyone we don’t like.

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Stephanie Bain Stephanie Bain

What is Codependency Really? And introducing its healthy cousin, interdependence.

Let’s talk about codependency. It’s one of those therapy buzzwords that gets thrown around a lot—on social media, in friend group chats, maybe even in your late-night spiral down Google’s rabbit hole. But what does it really mean? And how is it different from just being in a close relationship? Let’s break it down.

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Stephanie Bain Stephanie Bain

Survivor's Guilt and Breaking Free from Family Trauma

Are you thriving (or at least trying your best), but also carrying this gnawing guilt for walking away from the chaos of your family? Let’s talk about it—because survivor’s guilt is real, and if you’re breaking intergenerational trauma cycles, you’re likely no stranger to it.

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The Impact of Frightened and Frightening Parents

Growing up, we all want to feel safe and understood, right? Ideally, your parents or caregivers are the people who provide that stability. But what happens when they're the ones who either can’t provide that security because they’re frightened themselves, or worse, become the source of fear?

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