SINGLE MOMS WITH DEFIANT TEENS Being a single parent raising an adolescent's child is very challenging as they get older. Although single parents face many more challenges when their adolescent becomes defiant and believes they are mature because they survive the family's falling-out transition. Significant changes in the family dynamic can influence the child's mental development and psychiatric illnesses. For example, transformed from a two-parent system into a single-parent family system, children are more likely to experience disturbances. In addition, any emotional turmoil and uncertainty will lead to increased psychological problems. Here are some tips that may help a single parent with a defiant teen: Watch for signs of aggressive behavior, and seek immediate counseling; if behavior changes, rapidly. Respect them, and give them time to adjust to your new relationship Show support by attending school functions. Even if your schedule doesn't allow you to. Set a routine, so your kid senses the security and consistency in their life. Take time to pamper yourself to avoid burdening your child with your negative emotions. Support your child with positive encouragement and unconditional love. Even with all the challenges that come with being a single parent, how you raise your child is very critical. Suppose you start forming them early by providing them with a consistent path and structural system. It will transform the child's mental development and positive outlook in life, make them more helpful people and succeed in adulthood. Show your child love, respect, and positivity to ensure that your child thrives in life.

Are you in a toxic relationship? Do you feel that you're being controlled, manipulated, or constantly belittled? Well, that's a sign you're in a toxic relationship. We all know that we didn't start with an unhealthy relationship or want the relationship to be toxic. But thing happens the way it's right now because the person we fell for has turned out to be a toxic one, or perhaps that toxic one is a ticking time bomb; it's just a matter of time until it explodes. Almost all relationships begin with a healthy mind and in the realm of caring; As you spend more time together and your relationship is tested, the flaws can start to build up until you feel like you have nothing positive to say. The flaw will manifest into broken trust, lack of respect, or resentment of an unmet desire. Unfortunately, flaws in a relationship happen to anyone, even the strongest people. An unhealthy relationship contaminates your self-esteem, happiness, and how you see yourself and the world around you. A sufferer in an abusive relationship will sail through life with a track of broken hearts, broken promises, and broken personalities. Instead of accepting the results of an unhealthy relationship, work on identifying the issue and make necessary changes. So, when you recognize the flaws, instead of fighting to hold on to something that is not worth fighting, the only thing left to do is let go with grace and love and move on with dignity.

Christmas is the beautiful time of the year; the family gets together, laughs, cooks, and swaps gifts, but that does not necessarily apply to everyone in this Universe. When you are enjoying yourself, some are struggling with loneliness and sadness. Moreover, not all family is picture-perfect; some may struggle with painfulness when a separation or divorce occurs, making it heart-wrenching and painful as the year comes to an end. Broken families will experience pain and loneliness when Christmas and holidays come around. So what can we do to make this holiday delightful? First, we can't control the situation, but we can make it better by modifying the problem so the outcome will be enjoyable. We need to focus on our children, not ourselves. By focusing on your children, you are transforming the outcome of a situation from negative to a positive result. Focus on your children and treat your ex like a colleague instead of an ex. Speak on a business level instead of a personal level; keep it simple and professional. Remember, your marriage may be doomed, but your relationship with your children shall continue everlastingly; therefore, it's best to remain unbiased with your ex to prevent your children from unfolding their healing wounds. Again, Christmas is a time of peace and benevolence to people around us or people who cross our path. Let's celebrate in prosperity and rejoice in the spirit of Christmas. Focus on your children; don't make yourself a centerpiece of the matter. Cheers, Happy Holidays!