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#healingtogether
Elizabeth Robinson

My husband dislikes our 5yo son

Lately, my heart has been heavy. My husband has never truly bonded with our son. Since birth, he's been frustrated—over crying spells, emotional outbursts, picky eating, and what he sees as a pessimistic spirit. Meanwhile, he dotes endlessly on our younger daughter.It all boiled over when our son, just five years old, complained about dinner. My husband was crushed. Later that night, he told me, plainly and painfully, that he doesn’t love our son and has lost hope.Hearing that broke me. I see a bright, sweet, normal little boy. I believe my husband’s expectations are crushing both of them. I suggested therapy, but he refuses, convinced that only our son needs to change.I’m stuck between heartbreak and helplessness. Should I intervene more, or step back and let their relationship unfold on its own terms?If you've ever faced something similar, I would love to hear your story. 💔#ParentingStruggles #FamilyDynamics #HealingTogether #EmotionalHealth #ParentChildRelationships #Parenting

My husband dislikes our 5yo son
heartwisehelen

why do i get so annoyed when i see my husband? 🤯

Ever feel an instant wave of irritation the second you see your partner? It might not just be a bad day or stress—it could be a hidden trauma reaction. If you've ever been hurt by your spouse in the past (whether emotionally or through neglect), those old wounds might resurface every time you’re around them. The brain triggers memories of past pain, causing resentment and frustration to bubble up. Maybe it’s that time you felt ignored during a big decision, or your partner said something that cut deep. Over time, these unresolved feelings fester and show up as irritation in daily life. This is a classic trauma response, and if it keeps going unchecked, it can create a toxic cycle in your relationship. But the good news is, it doesn’t have to stay this way. Open communication, understanding, and a willingness to heal together can make all the difference. Talk about the past, listen to each other, and try to reconnect over shared moments. You can rebuild the bond and get back to loving each other. #relationshipissues #traumarecovery #healingtogether

why do i get so annoyed when i see my husband? 🤯
stuartmichella

Realizing I’m Not Alone in My Hair Loss Journey

Since my own hair thinning began, I find myself noticing other people’s hair in a way I never did before. Today, sitting quietly in the back of a meeting, I realized that many of the women around me also had some thinning at the crown. And a few weeks ago at a doctor’s appointment, I saw a nurse whose part showed that familiar delicate pattern. I would never point these things out — not out of shame, but out of a kind of quiet respect. And strangely, noticing it made me feel... lighter. For so long, I carried around this fear that I was alone — that everyone else had perfect, thick, effortless hair while I was struggling. But seeing that others are living, thriving, and beautiful with the same experiences softened something in me. It helped lift some of the jealousy I didn’t even want to admit I was feeling. It helped me feel less isolated. It reminded me that what we often think sets us apart actually connects us in a really human way. I’m still learning to be kind to myself. But moments like these — moments of unexpected connection — make it a little easier. If you've ever had an experience like this, I'd love to hear. Or even if you’re still on the journey — know that you're not walking it alone. 🖤 #HairLossJourney #YouAreNotAlone #SelfAcceptance #SharedExperiences #HealingTogether #RealTalk #LearningSelfLove

Realizing I’m Not Alone in My Hair Loss Journey
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