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Why "I'm just worried about you" can land as an attack

Why "I'm just worried about you" can land as an attackby: Sami WardPublished on: 19/10/2026

You said it gently, out of love, and it still blew up. Why "I'm just worried about you" can land as criticism for a young adult with emotional dysregulation, and three kinder ways to say it.

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Why "I'm just worried about you" can land as an attack

A is for Anger: Why They Save Their Worst for You

A is for Anger: Why They Save Their Worst for Youby: Sami WardPublished on: 31/08/2026

Why our young people aim their rage at us, why it still hurts, and what to do with the anger you're not allowed to feel. You're not a bad mum. 💙

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A is for Anger: Why They Save Their Worst for You