by ellenboeder | Feb 21, 2021 | Marriage, nurturing, Parenting, psychology, relationship, yoga
As a couples therapist and coach, sometimes I feel like I’m on the frontlines of a pandemic of individualism–especially when I’m facing how challenging it is for couples to think in a more complex, systemic way about their relationship. It is so hard...
by ellenboeder | Dec 28, 2017 | attachment, Marriage, Motherhood, Parenting, psychology, relationship, values
In the early years of raising our family, when we had two very young ones in our care, I remember realizing how often I was overriding my need for rest, among other needs. I remember thinking, “Wow, it took me years to figure out what I really need and want, and...
by ellenboeder | Sep 21, 2017 | attachment, empowerment, Feminism, health, Marriage, Motherhood, psychology, relationship
Family action shot above, though not a moment of overwhelm. Just a little birthday celebration for me at our favorite creek spot. My son is not grimacing in pain, but making that face because he knows how to crack me up. If you are a mother, I am 100%...
by ellenboeder | Jun 29, 2017 | autoimmune, Marriage, Motherhood, relationship
*Yes, that is my son holding a muffin cup in his mouth that he made into a parachute with some string and a stick* My husband was ready to have a baby before I was. I think it was like three days after our wedding festivities ended when he told me he wanted a...
by ellenboeder | Feb 10, 2017 | empowerment, Feminism, Marriage, Motherhood, nurturing, relationship
I’ve been trying to find my words about being a mother in this climate of political aggression and hatred. I watch decision after horrifying decision be made in our government since the election. I realize, embarrassingly, I must have no idea how government works,...
by ellenboeder | Oct 25, 2016 | autoimmune, empowerment, Feminism, health, Marriage, Motherhood, psychology, relationship
Mothers, if you are married or partnered, I know a form of self care that will give you more energy back than you expend doing it. Want to know what it is? Take care of your relationship. I know. You’re already taking care of a TON of things. I know...
