How Do I Know My Partner Will be Faithful?
Trust in a relationship is key to its success. Couples can create trust through sharing varied experiences. Most people do not automatically trust someone they do not know. They determine […]
Move More in May: Five Reasons to Increase Physical Activity
In many parts of the country, the month of May is when the weather warms after a cold winter. That means it’s time to get up and move more! Whether […]
Five Tips for Talking with Your Children about War and Conflict
When war and conflict make the headlines and children see disturbing images on television or the internet, it can create feelings of fear, stress, sadness, anxiety, and even anger. They […]
10 Tips to Overcoming Loneliness
Humans need social connections to survive and thrive. One report found that one-third of adults age 45 and older feel lonely and nearly one-fourth of adults 65 and older are […]
How Can I Express My Feelings in a More Gentle (less blaming) Way?
We cannot expect our loved ones to guess what is going on inside our minds. This makes expressing our own feelings in a non-judgmental or blaming way critical to healthy […]
Creating Connections Through Cooking
The connection between cooking at home and health has been explored for many years. Regular at home cooking has been tied to improved psychosocial and physical health. The act of […]
Establishing Smooth Transitions after Divorce
It can be emotional for children and parents alike when children leave the care and responsibility of one parent to be with the other parent. Establishing a routine for these transitions […]
Avoid Overscheduling Burnout with Your Child by Creating Opportunities for Downtime
Intentions are good when parents sign up their children for dance, baseball, gymnastics, music lessons, and a host of other activities. Parents want their children to succeed in life and […]
Helping Children Manage Their Emotions
Have you ever been in a situation where your child has a meltdown that includes crying, screaming, or lashing out at objects or other people? Often times these behaviors occur […]
Building Family Relationships Through Volunteering
Family volunteer projects are a powerful way to build family relationships by accomplishing a common goal together. Family volunteering provides members a way to grow relationships as they learn more […]