The sad truth is that many times we are manipulated because of the relationships we are in. "Why wouldn't you lend me money, aren't we friends?" or "You have to forgive me; I am your spouse!" Relationships cause us to be more open to being manipulated. … [Read more...] about Avoiding Manipulators In Relationships
Your Child Safe At Home
Letting your child stay home alone is a big step for both parents and children. For parents, it means their children are getting older and more responsible, and it means they no longer have to take their children with them or find a sitter if they want to go somewhere. For kids, … [Read more...] about Your Child Safe At Home
Live In The Now With Your Partner
All too often in life we live in the past. For example, "In high school I was this, I used to love that, I was great at this". In relationships this can be a problem. You have to live in the now in your relationship to make it work. Just because you once had passion for … [Read more...] about Live In The Now With Your Partner
Emotionally Charged Relationships
The reason emotions are so important in relationships may seem obvious, but it is not insignificant. As human beings, we use both our body and our mind. It is with our minds that we experience emotions. Can you imagine a relationship devoid of emotion? Can you imagine a human … [Read more...] about Emotionally Charged Relationships
I’m Not Tired! Teen’s Guide to Helping A Youngster Go To Bed
Think back to when you were a child – chances are, you tried everything you could to stay up a little longer. And if you do much babysitting, you've probably encountered a few kids who refuse to go to bed while you're in charge. Dealing with a child who won't go to … [Read more...] about I’m Not Tired! Teen’s Guide to Helping A Youngster Go To Bed
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to