Kids and Chores- how to get your kids to help out around the house (and want to do it!)
[amprotect=nonmember]It’s not always easy to get kids to help out around the house- but there are some ways to make it easier on your family, your home and your well-being. Setting up chores with your child 1. Know your child’s capabilities and limitations…[/amprotect] [amprotect=1] Setting up chores with your child 1. Know your child’s capabilities [...]
“Help- they cheated!!…” How to recover when your partner has an affair
There are a number of reasons that one partner may stray from the relationship, and while infidelity can be devastating, with a lot of tough work, and understanding, the relationship can recover if both partners commit to making it work. Here are some reasons why partners stray- and how to recover and rebuild your relationship… [...]
Less time? Busy Lives? No problem! Bring your family together on a time strapped budget
[amprotect=nonmember] In the last decade the typical American family has changed in many ways. Nearly a third of children live in single parent homes. Parents are working more hours and families are eating fewer meals together. 40% of first time marriages end in divorce, and the divorce rate is even higher for second marriages! What [...]
From Divorce to Spoiling the kids: Dealing with Extended Family Issues at the Holidays
[amprotect=nonmember] Many parents find themselves going home for the holidays and are torn between who to visit and how to keep all their parents and in-laws happy in the process. So how do you manage it all- and stay grounded? Here are some tips for keeping parents and in-laws happy at the holidays, tips for [...]
Tips for Coping with Grief and Loss at the Holidays
[amprotect=nonmember]Dealing with grief and loss in our lives is never an easy task…but for many people, the holidays make this already difficult time even harder. 1. The holidays are usually thought of as joyous occasions, but for some people that’s not the case if they have experienced loss. What are some common ways people experience [...]
Depression from Children to the Elderly- Signs and How to Help
[amprotect=nonmember]Depression often manifests differently for different people. Here are some signs of depression in men, women, teens, children, young adults, and the elderly… and what to do if you suspect you or a loved one is suffering. Signs of depression A diagnosis of depression should only be made by a trained medical professional. If 3-5 [...]
“Help- we’ve grown apart”… A guide to Emotional Intimacy
[amprotect=nonmember]Couples often complain that their needs aren’t being met emotionally. While this is a common problem, there are some easy steps to help you reconnect and enhance emotional intimacy: 1. Be aware of your own feelings 2. Prioritize spending quality time with your partner 3. Deal with relationship issues respectfully and as soon as possible. [...]
Improve communication by “Speaking from the Heart”
[amprotect=nonmember]Poor communication is one of the most common reasons why relationships break up. There are some simple techniques that can enhance any couples communication, if put into practice. We could all use a little communication tune up to not only enhance our communication with our partner but deepen the level of emotional intimacy as well. [...]
Tips for Spicing Up Your Love Life
[amprotect=nonmember]Sex and intimacy go hand and hand- often one of the best ways to spice up your love life is change the way you interact with your partner. Your relationship outside the bedroom has a direct impact on what happens inside the bedroom. Here are some tips to make your love life soar:…[/amprotect][amprotect=1]Sex and intimacy [...]
To Spank or Not to Spank- Part Two- Answers and Tools for Parents
[amprotect=nonmember] Here is part two of our two part series “To Spank or Not to Spank- Questions and Answers”. In this video interview, Marriage Family Therapist Helene Van Sant-Klein shares helpful tools for parents and families. If you’re frustrated with a screaming toddler and don’t know what to do, this video is for you. Helene has helped hundreds of families- and she’s [...]
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