Minaa B., LMSW

02/03/2026

We spend a lot of time talking about emotionally immature parents, but what about emotionally immature siblings? Read the full newsletter by subscribing to ALL THE HARD THINGS on Substack, link in bio!

01/30/2026

I am so excited to share that I will be joining for Summit at Sea this April!

I’m honored to have been invited to speak alongside over 2,000 of the world’s most impactful entrepreneurs, business leaders, artists, and change-makers.

I’ll be sharing more about and the experiences and lessons that will be shared in the upcoming months.

I can’t wait to meet some amazing people during this time!

SUMMIT AT SEA
APRIL 23-26, 2026
INTERNATIONAL WATERS, PORT OF MIAMI

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01/29/2026

We're taught that love means liking everything about someone. But that's not realistic. You can love someone deeply and still be bothered by parts of who they are. It's okay to feel both at the same time.

01/27/2026

There are so many reasons why siblings grow apart and aren't close, and it can be such a complex situation to grieve.

01/25/2026

There’s a difference between someone who’s learning and growing, and someone who keeps repeating the same harmful patterns while expecting you to adjust. One requires patience. The other requires professional help and genuine willingness to change.

You’re not failing them by recognizing you can’t be both their partner/friend/family member and their therapist. That was never your role.

01/22/2026

01/08/2026

Age does not equal maturity. Remember that the next time you are expecting someone to know better because of their age.

01/06/2026

Sometimes we mourn the things that haven't materialized.

01/05/2026

A person's behavior and treatment of you is the ultimate form of closure.

01/02/2026

Chosen family is a beautiful thing, but cultivating one can feel hard if you've experienced ongoing abuse from the people who were supposed to keep you safe.

01/01/2026

Vulnerability is essential for sustaining relationships. While it may feel risky to be open and share our truths with people, their feedback and response usually tell us what we need to know about them and how to move accordingly.

12/30/2025

Some people will prefer the old you. This doesn't mean they need to be removed from your life entirely, but you may need to set boundaries with people who like the version of you that benefits them and not your healing.