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ESSENTIAL READS


The Unseen Support: When Protection Is Misunderstood
The teenage years can test even the closest father-daughter bonds—but they’re also a powerful opportunity. Discover how a father’s love, guidance, and open communication can help daughters build resilience, confidence, and self-worth that lasts a lifetime.
Ani Varbedian
May 254 min read


Helping Our Children and Ourselves Stay With the Hard Things
Parenting isn’t just about teaching—it’s about unlearning. This piece explores how showing up authentically, even in discomfort, helps raise resilient kids and invites healing in ourselves.
Ani Varbedian
May 253 min read


You Weren’t the Problem You Were the Mirror
Not long ago, my partner and I found ourselves in a familiar emotional rhythm one that neither of us consciously chose, but somehow still...
Ani Varbedian
May 244 min read


How Doing My Own Inner Work Changed the Way I Parent
The other night, my husband and I got into an argument nothing explosive, but the kind of disagreement that stirs old patterns if you're...
Ani Varbedian
May 243 min read


When “Keeping It All Together” Is Hiding Everything
The Quiet Struggles of High-Functioning Women with Anxiety and Codependency She’s the dependable one. The friend who always shows up. The...
Ani Varbedian
May 173 min read


Nurturing Emotional Resilience: Responding to your Child's big emotions
Parenting is a complex journey filled with joyful moments, challenges, and opportunities for growth. One of the most significant...
Ani Varbedian
Jun 8, 20233 min read


Impact of Social Media - How to be an intentional Parent
In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives, especially for teenagers. While it offers numerous...
Ani Varbedian
May 31, 20233 min read
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