9 Strategies to Conquer Complaining The dictionary defines the word complaining as to say or write that you are unhappy, sick or uncomfortable or that you do not like something; to express grief, pain or discontent. The example from the dictionary is, “If you are unhappy with … [Read more...] about Complaining vs. Venting: Which Way Do You Lean?
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6 Pathways Toward Attracting Your Dreams
“She wasn't where she had been. She wasn't where she was going, but she was on her way.” ― Jodi Hills I’m sure by now many of you have heard about visioning, vision statements, laws of attraction, positive energy, etc. It sounds good on paper and in conversations but does it … [Read more...] about 6 Pathways Toward Attracting Your Dreams
Anger Builds Unless Safely Vented
A wise and funny man, Dr. Laurence J. Peter once said, “Speak when you are angry — and you’ll make the best speech you’ll ever regret.” Not only was he wise, he was right. No matter who you are angry with — children, spouse, boss, a clerk, even your government — it does not pay … [Read more...] about Anger Builds Unless Safely Vented
I’m A Big Brother! Adjusting to a New Baby
If you want your children to adjust to a new baby, there are some specific areas you have to be careful about, and some specific things you can do. The following are five tips for helping older siblings adjust to life with baby: 1. Plan for baby. The more you plan the better … [Read more...] about I’m A Big Brother! Adjusting to a New Baby
The Powder Girls and My Little Brother
My younger brother Tony had not seen our mother for many years until I broke the news to him she was dying of cancer. He had been separated from his wife for a time but gathered his wife and daughter and made the eight-hour trip to our mother’s home. I waited anxiously with two … [Read more...] about The Powder Girls and My Little Brother
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to