How to Navigate Trauma

How to Navigate Trauma

Trauma is a universal experience that can manifest in various forms and impact people from all walks of life. I’m Steven Unruh, and I’ve spent over 30 years as a divorce mediator. While divorce can be a traumatic experience for many, it’s essential...
Is it Time to Quit?

Is it Time to Quit?

As someone who has always believed in the power of perseverance, I’ve witnessed the strength it can build. But life, in its complex hues, sometimes calls for a different kind of courage—the courage to let go. I am Steven Unruh, a seasoned divorce mediator, and...
Are You in Denial?

Are You in Denial?

Imagine standing at a crossroads, the path behind you ablaze with the memories of a marriage you thought would last forever. Ahead, paths veer in unknown directions, each shrouded in the mist of uncertainty. This is the silent standoff with denial that many face...
Have you been Traumatized?

Have you been Traumatized?

Imagine a man who endured physical abuse during his childhood but failed to recognize it as traumatic. Over the years, he buried these memories deep within, only for them to resurface as uncontrollable rage, wreaking havoc on his relationships. This story highlights a...
Understanding the Narcissistic Playbook

Understanding the Narcissistic Playbook

It was a morning like any other for Sarah. The sun peeked through her curtains, her kids were bustling for breakfast, and a fresh email notification buzzed on her phone. Opening it, her heart sank. Yet another bitter message from her ex-spouse, filled with accusatory...
5 Ways to Tell if You’re a Narcissist

5 Ways to Tell if You’re a Narcissist

Every morning, Sarah looked in the mirror, confident in her decisions and her path. But as friends and colleagues began pointing out certain behaviors, she started questioning herself. Was she unknowingly showcasing narcissistic traits? Or were these mere reflections...
How to Talk to a Narcissist

How to Talk to a Narcissist

Imagine waking up in a world where every conversation feels like a battlefield, where your words seem to fall on deaf ears, and every interaction is a struggle for acknowledgment and validation. This is the unfortunate reality for many who are going through a divorce...
How to Create Emotional Safety for Your Kids

How to Create Emotional Safety for Your Kids

Picture this: a once joyful and united household transformed into a battlefield of unspoken pain and hidden tears, where innocent hearts are the unwitting victims. This is the reality for countless children caught in the crossfire of their parents’ divorces. It’s a...
Can Narcissism Be Cured?

Can Narcissism Be Cured?

Picture this: Your life seems perfect on the surface—successful career, wonderful family, fulfilling relationships. However, someone in your circle—a friend, a parent, or a co-worker—casts a constant shadow over your happiness. Their narcissistic behavior drains your...