1) Does your mom realize you feel this way? If not, you need to have an open and honest conversation about the way you feel. Perhaps your mom is unaware of her disrespectful attitude.

2) Does your dad know how you feel? Being assertive does not come naturally to everyone, but with your encouragement and support your dads voice can be heard. Have a conversation with your dad explaining the way you are perceiving the interactions between your parents.

3) After engaging in the one-on-one conversations, take some time to process what you have learned. If your concerns have not been alleviated, and even if they have, it is would be useful engaging in meaningful family discussions.

Let your voice be heard in defense of those you feel are being bullied. If you are uncomfortable speaking up, say something to your professor in a private conversation.

Nothing will change, if no-one says anything.

It is hard to not want to step in and help our loved ones navigate their relationships. Sometimes what we may see as issues in other relationships may not be issues for them or they may not be at a place to address them. We have to find balance of being supportive but also allowing others to navigate their relationships on their own.

We are all experiencing varying degrees of stress, and it can come out in many different ways. The best we can do is try to create a positive environment that benefits us all. Unfortunately, we can’t control those around us, we can only control ourselves. We can control our attitudes, our language, and how we interact. When we leave stressful environments, it's important to implement good self-care to help us feel balanced. That may look like a 10 minute walk after class, listening to your favorite music and/or podcast on your way to class, reading positive affirmations, or even connecting with a trusted friend.

Relationships can be challenging, and all relationships have high and low points. Disagreements are a normal part of relationships and provide opportunities for couples to problem solve and work through differences together. If you find that you and your partner argue frequently, try to get to the root of the issue by having a conversation with each other or seek outside assistance together. You want to identify if it is an issue that can be resolved. Is it a difference in morals and/or values? or is it a compatibility issue? Answering those questions for yourself can help you figure out your next steps.