Dear Eric: How does one politely suggest to an in-law’s relative that we don’t need to exchange Christmas gifts? My significant other and I are at the stage in life where we really do not need more ...

Your loved one has recently died. First, I am very sorry for your loss. I know we don't know each other, but losing a loved one is one of the hardest things you will ever experience. It's not just the ...

Like it or not, difficult people are everywhere, and family members are no exception. Often, these relationships are more complex due to the intimate bonds that connect us. Unlike friends or ...

The holidays are supposed to bring joy and connection. But for many of us, they bring stress and fraught family dynamics. As a couples therapist, I hear the same question every year: "What do I say ...

“To subdue the enemy without fighting is the highest skill.” — Gichin Funakoshi, father of modern Karate “The Chinese call it Chi; the Japanese, Ki; the Indians Prana – it is the life force, and it is ...

While the festive season often brings joy, it can also present the unique challenge of navigating tense family gatherings. Many grapple with how to handle relatives who are "intrusive or trigger me or ...