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In all relationships, we have rules and expectations of how we think other people should operate. These make up our "manuals" (or instruction guides) for our relationships. Usually, we don't [...]

"When you free yourself from emotional clutter and take care of yourself first, you give yourself and those around you a gift..."

"We think that if we just keep doing more of the same, eventually they'll see the light and change their behavior. Not so."

"Naturally, children look to their parents as the all-knowing authorities on life. Unfortunately, parents often put tons of pressure on themselves to have all the answers so their children [...]

"I’ve compiled a list of screen-free things to do when you’re waiting with your child. They require no materials, just you and your kids."

"It's December 31st - the night when couples all over the world ring in the New Year with a romantic kiss. Regardless of the condition of your marriage this past year, you have the power to set [...]

"Everyone knows that children depend on their parents to get their needs met. But what happens when the parent relies on the child to meet his/her own emotional needs?"

"Not long ago, my husband used empathy with our daughter, Marissa. I remember it clearly because I was not feeling particularly compassionate at the time and his relaxed demeanor helped calm me [...]

"By modeling a loving, healthy marriage, you not only nurture your relationship with your spouse, you also teach your children by example how a successful relationship works and what to expect in [...]