Elizabeth Laura Nelson

Elizabeth Laura Nelson

Bio

Elizabeth lives in Brooklyn with her two daughters, occasional mice and innumerable to-do lists. She runs a nine-minute mile, bakes a mean chocolate chip cookie, and can always be persuaded to get up and sing at a karaoke bar. Follow her on Twitter.

Elizabeth Laura Nelson Articles

In a marriage, should you really feel lonely that much of the time? And if so, then how lonely is too lonely?

Feeling Lonely Isn’t Normal, It’s A Sign Your Marriage Is Broken

In a marriage, should you really feel lonely that much of the time? And if so, then how lonely is too lonely?

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if I don’t identify with the moms I meet in real life, I definitely don’t identify with the parents I see portrayed in the media.

I'm A Parent And I Can't Stand Other Parents

Parents — we’re the worst.

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Why should I feel bad about being in my 40s?

Getting Older Is Terrifying, And It’s Also The Best

Would you really rather not get older?

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Only very brave people have the courage to be vulnerable.

The Science Of Vulnerability: Why Crying In Front Of Your Partner Strengthens Your Bond

Pretending you don’t have feelings doesn’t pay off.

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Here’s The Worst Personality Trait Of Each Zodiac Sign

Never ask a Libra where they want to go for dinner.

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Of course, I love my children. I love being a mom. But if you ask me what my name is now, I’ll tell you it’s Elizabeth – not “Molly’s mom."

Please Don't Call Me A Mother; I'm So Much More Than That

Being a parent isn’t everything.

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When I think about why none of my relationships ever seem to work out, the elephant in the room is my mental illness.

Mental Illness Doesn’t Mean You’re Too ‘Broken’ To Be In A Relationship

The elephant in the room is my mental illness. Do my anxiety and depression make me unworthy of love?

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Don’t stay stuck in a bad relationship, and don’t give up on looking for love. You’ve got this. (Photo by Vladislav Muslakov on Unsplash)

7 Beliefs That Are Keeping You From Having The Relationship You Want

This isn’t Sleeping Beauty. There’s no prince coming to rescue you. What relationship beliefs are standing in your way?

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The best way I know to feel better when I’m low is to scrape up some gratitude.(Photo by Neil Bates on Unsplash)

9 Things To Be Grateful For After A Breakup

Finding gratitude in the wake of a bad breakup isn’t easy. Here are a few things to focus on.

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Sexless marriage? Don’t give up without giving these ideas a try.

Yes, You Can Fix A Sexless Marriage. Here’s How.

Sexless marriage? Couples therapists estimate that around 20 percent of marriages are sexless. Don’t give up without giving these ideas a try.

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