Emma and her son lived in the small village of Parentville. Afraid to make mistakes in parenting her son, she took to reading every parenting book, attended every parenting workshop, and even consulted with a parenting guru who claimed to have the secret to raising perfect children. One day, Emma’s son, Max, came home from […]
Emotional dumping and healthy venting are two different ways of expressing emotions and seeking support. While healthy venting can be constructive and beneficial for both the person venting and their listener, emotional dumping tends to be overwhelming and one-sided. Let me share a story to illustrate the differences between the two. Once upon a time,[…..]