The holidays often arrive wrapped in expectations of joy, connection, and picture-perfect gatherings. Yet for many of us, the reality includes navigating difficult relatives, unresolved conflicts, and the exhausting pressure to create flawless celebrations.

Watching your children head off to college is a milestone filled with pride and excitement. You've raised them to be independent, capable individuals ready to take on the world.

Becoming a parent gives you an opportunity to break generational patterns. As a father, perhaps you’ve looked back on your childhood and realized that you do not want to parent like your own father.

Maybe your family has recently suffered a loss. The death of a beloved family member is devastating. You might feel like your entire family unit has somehow been knocked off balance.

With the holidays approaching, you might be worried about navigating difficult conversations with some of your relatives. Perhaps there are certain topics that you’ve disagreed about in the past.