Should blood-family be the only ones to raise children who have been orphaned? — Death is a natural part of the human experience, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t devastating or horrific when it happens. Worse still is when a child loses not only one parent, but both of their parents, and ultimately ends up being orphaned at a young age. In these cases…

Is it ever okay to divorce a spouse over sickness? — Discovering that a loved one has a sickness that could potentially be fatal is one of the most heartbreaking realities there is. In 2019, data from the CDC showed that close to 1,800,000 new cancer cases were reported that year, and unfortunately 600,000 people passed away from their diagnosis. These…

Is it ever justified to call the cops on your loved ones? — Divorce is hard on everyone, but it can especially take a big toll on children. If they don’t come to terms with their parent’s separation, this strife can cause behavioral issues and feelings of resentment. Behavioral issues can be further enhanced once the child’s parents start to date again, and…

What should a true partnership look like in a marriage? — It’s estimated that about 40% of marriages in the US end in divorce, and anyone who has ever been married can probably understand why. Marriage is not easy. It takes two people committing to one another day after day and vowing to put in the effort to grow and change…

Is a parent ever justified to ‘take a break’ from raising their kids? — Choosing to be a parent is a massive responsibility, and not one that should be decided lightly. A person should be absolutely certain that they are ready to sign up for their entire world being turned upside down. With that said, not everyone takes their parental responsibilities seriously, resulting in…

Should children be treated equally, under all circumstances? — It’s never easy to navigate complicated family dynamics. And there is no other family situation messier than navigating a divorce. Divorce is traumatic for all individuals involved. Stepparents can have a tough time bonding with their stepkids when they don’t get along, which can make home life more challenging. Some…

Should people always be entitled to a birthday gift? — A person’s birthday is meant to be a special time. This is the one time every year that each person gets to have the spotlight on them, and in most cases receive a birthday gift or two. In fact, studies have shown that a majority of people feel special on…

Should fathers be entitled to a vacation when they have a newborn child? — There is a massive amount of responsibility that comes along with having a child. This sort of life event requires parents to adjust their lifestyle to now navigate around their children, so that they can be the best parents they can be. It’s no secret that being a parent is…

When does an in-law’s behavior cross the line into disrespectful? — As if marriage weren’t tough enough, something that can make it even harder is when outside influences are causing tension between the couple and end up making things more difficult. Data has even proven that the interference of in-laws can increase a married couple’s risk of getting divorced by 20%…