August 18, 2026 Blog

Relationships
Lana Banegas, LMFT

Why Grandiosity Is an Issue in Marriage

Grandiosity is one of the quietest and most damaging patterns I see in couples therapy. It rarely arrives with dramatic outbursts. Instead, it appears as a subtle but persistent belief that one partner’s needs, opinions, feelings, or achievements matter more. Over time, that belief erodes the foundation of a healthy marriage: mutual respect, emotional safety,

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Family
Lana Banegas, LMFT

How to Manage Yourself When You Get Dysregulated While Parenting

Parenting is one of the most rewarding—and most activating—roles many of us will ever take on. Even the most grounded parents can suddenly find themselves flooded: heart racing, voice rising, thoughts spinning, or shutting down completely when a child melts down, refuses, or pushes every button. That state is emotional dysregulation. Learning how to manage

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