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"How can I have an underlying sense of calm even when everything is so chaotic? Thanks, Kathy M. " This question was recently submitted...

Negativity. The challenge in all relationships. It's so easy to get caught up in the cycle of seeing only what our partner does wrong....

Do you ever look at your parenting partner and think, "Why would you do that?!" There are 3 important benefits to understanding ea

Technology is a constant in the lives of our teens. They begin their day with checking their social media accounts, have their phones with t

The holidays typically include visits with extended family members, which most teens will tell you they dread. While you may be looking...

Did you know there are 3 secret benefits of eating meals together as a family? Learn how family meals boost your child's social IQ!

"My stepdaughter looked right at me and lied!" Let's just put this out there...Most kids have gone through a phase of telling lies. As...

A new year brings with it the feeling of a fresh start and new opportunities. While many of us make promises to eat healthy and exercise,...

"My child is struggling and I"m exhausted." "My spouse is disconnected from the family." "I feel like I'm not doing enough, but I don't...

School has ended and the kids have dumped boxes and backpacks full of school items at our front door. Does your family shove the mess...