Lifestyle

A perplexing situation unfolded when Jill, a stepmother, sought guidance on navigating her 13-year-old stepdaughter‘s self-identification as a fox. The bewildering scenario, discussed on the mental health podcast The Dr. John Delony Show, sheds light on the complexities of modern family dynamics. Discovering the Therian Identity Upon discovering her stepdaughter’s identification as a ‘therian,’ someone...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Friendships serve as the cornerstone of a fulfilling and happy life. However, certain friendships can deviate into toxicity, leaving behind emotional wounds that tempt individuals to retreat completely. In their capacity as a psychologist and an authority on human connection, belonging, and friendship, they assist individuals in identifying the indicators of toxic relationships. Yet, as...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Numerous traditional customs have been left behind in a world of advanced technology and convenience. Among them is the practice of air drying laundry, where damp garments are hung outdoors or indoors to dry naturally. The rise of electric dryers has understandably led to a decline in the popularity of this age-old tradition. Long gone...

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Barn stars are an adorable decoration often seen at the top of a barn, over the door. They can either be painted on or pieces of star-shaped metal. Alternatively, quilt squares or hex signs are sometimes seen in their place. It turns out there’s a reason for these decorations, and it’s likely not what you...

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Science & Technology Journalist