Communicating Through Change

Marriage

4 Ways to Reflect on Your Role in Your In-Law Relationship

Sylvia L. Mikucki-Enyart Ph.D. on January 27, 2025

Introspection and authenticity can help you reflect on what is real and what is important in your relationship with your in-laws.

Family Dynamics

In-Law Problems? Time for the Spouse to Get to Work

Sylvia L. Mikucki-Enyart Ph.D. on January 9, 2025

As a spouse, you play a critical role in facilitating the bond between your parents and partner. Engaging in clear communication, perspective-taking, and boundary-setting can help.

Divorce

3 Problems With a Couple Staying Together for the Kids

Sylvia L. Mikucki-Enyart Ph.D. on April 18, 2024

3. The long-term cost of poor relationship modeling.

Divorce

Deciding to Divorce: Choosing You

Sylvia L. Mikucki-Enyart Ph.D. on April 3, 2024

Reflecting on five key questions about your marriage can help when deciding whether or not to divorce.

Relationships

It's Time to Reject Toxic In-Law Myths

Sylvia L. Mikucki-Enyart Ph.D. on December 13, 2023

1. Remember that you're all going through this for the first time.

Family Dynamics

The Potentially Harmful Downside of #BoyMom Culture

Sylvia L. Mikucki-Enyart Ph.D. on December 4, 2023

#BoyMom culture creates a harmful environment for in-law relationships. Try these tips for overcoming its influence and protecting family bonds.

Family Dynamics

Childcare in the Summer? Welcome to Grandparent Camp

Sylvia L. Mikucki-Enyart Ph.D. on June 6, 2023

Grandparents can be a great source of summer childcare, but hiccups happen. Learn how to address the three most common pain points to ensure summertime fun.