My sister and I both love our teenage nephew fiercely but we're watching him struggle and we completely disagree about whether tough love or unconditional support is what he needs right now. Our different approaches are creating tension between us and probably making things harder for him.
More people experience this than they realize.
Two people who share deep care for the same young person must navigate the tender space between protection and growth.
“Where Are You with Parental love — eros storge philia agape?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.