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- PARENTING GUIDELINES AFTER DIVORCE - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Darlene Lancer1. Tell your children the truth, with simple explanations. Tell them where the other parent is. 2. Don’t bring up grievances or speaking derogatorily about the other parent to or in front of your children. 3. Don't discuss financial, legal or other disputes with your children. 4. Don’t ...
Views: 1425(3 votes) - Family Counselling Tips, Coping With Back to School Stress. - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Dr. Dan DaltonFamily counsellors know that there are many times of the year where change and transition cause stress for families. The beginning of the new school year is a time of excitement for some and a time of anxiety for others. Whether you are a parent, child or young adult another school year can ...
Views: 965(2 votes) - What is Autosomal DNA Testing? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Tim WrickAutosomal DNA testing is a method for determining the parentage of an individual. DNA testing is becoming increasingly common among the public for determining ancestry and parentage. Previously used only for legal and governmental purposes, DNA testing is now being used by individuals as well. ...
Views: 1149 - Choose To Enjoy Each Day - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Susan DerryMary Jane Irion said, “Normal Day, let me be aware of the treasure that you are.” There are so many wonders around us each day, if we are awake and aware. Often times we are so busy getting to, coming from, hurrying from task to task that we seldom stop to smell the roses. Years ago I came ...
Views: 1752(3 votes) - How To Feed Your Child’s Potential - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Luminita SaviucHow many parents really know how to properly raise their children? I personally believe that there are many parents out there who are really struggling. Just take a walk on the park and try to notice the interaction between the parents and their children. You will hear things like:”Stop that. ...
Views: 1816(4 votes) - Family Budgeting: The Purpose Determines The Budget - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Rick CarterIn these economic times, practically no one has the luxury anymore of joking “I can’t be broke – I still have checks left!” Managing your money is a necessity. Unfortunately, all of the information out about how to set up a budget almost always ignores the most important point: the purpose of ...
Views: 3529(1 vote) - America's National Parks: 6 Tips for Family Vacations - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2010 from Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D.Given your current limited budget, have you made any plans for a family vacation? Any time of year, a low cost getaway can create memories to cherish. But for some Sandwiched Boomers, squeezed between caring for growing children and aging parents, the choices may be slim. According to a ...
Views: 1131(2 votes) - Homework Habits - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Jo-Anne CutlerWe can feel the chill in the air but nothing says it’s the end of summer and beginning of fall more than the start of a new school year. With curriculums on a tight schedule, many children have already had their first assignments of homework, even on the first day back to the classroom. The ...
Views: 2164(7 votes) - Your Level Of Preparedness To Have Your Own Family - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Justin DavisOne of the most precious treasures we have in this world is our own family. Mother, father and siblings, if there are any, are among the members of a typical family. Without our parents, we would not exist in this world. Our parents protect and guide us throughout our journey. They give us ...
Views: 740(1 vote) - What to Cook for Dinner - 2 Easy Ideas To Make This Fun! - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtThe time is 5 o'clock and your stomach clenches - What to make for dinner is the question racing through your mind. You know you want to prepare healthy meals for your family, but you're tired and you don't have all the ingredients for your favorite "go to" recipe so you pull out the frozen ...
Views: 1391(5 votes) - Felt Guilty Lately? 4 Ways to Break Free from that Useless Mom Guilt - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin Kurt“I feel so guilty!” is a common phrase with most moms. We tend to feel guilty about everything, even if we’re doing something away from our kids that’s good for us! Where does this guilt come from anyway? Dads don’t seem to have the same issue. They are more matter-of-fact about things. ...
Views: 1355(5 votes) - Change the Approach but Hold the Essence with a Matrimonial Site - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from tanya spinThe concept of matrimony is very delicately connected with the culture and tradition of India. People of this country never care to offer a second thought even before depicting the matrimonial belief as divine and auspicious. Friends and relatives leaves no bound to express their joy and ...
Views: 1366(1 vote) - The Orders of Love - Family Constellations - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from John PayneThe Orders of Love describe a natural hierarchy that has been observed through the practice of Family Constellations. What we have observed, is that there is a distinct order that states who belongs, and who doesn’t belong not only to a family system, but also to groups and nations. On working ...
Views: 2808(1 vote) - A Guide for Blended Families (Step Parenting) - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Dean SunseriA blended family or step parenting can be a very big challenge for everyone involved. The following are some guidelines to make the new family unit function more effectively. 1. Be Patient – A natural family is created slowly, yet a blended family is more abrupt. Allow time for ...
Views: 1793(3 votes) - The things that need saying - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Lindsey DawsonFamily stories are so important. My father-in-law, Richie, told us one the night after his wife Hilda’s funeral. It’s amazing how funerals bring out tales of days gone by. A key gets turned in our hearts at such times, and the door opens and out flow words that need saying. He talked about ...
Views: 1014(1 vote) - Indigo Children - Born to Lead, Hard to Manage - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Judy WrightAs I travel the country teaching workshops for parents, teachers and day care providers I often ask them if they recognize the Indigo Children. These children are not content to color in the lines or glue macaroni on paper. They are very bright but also very active and curious. Born To Be ...
Views: 2092(4 votes) - Do You Say "Tomorrow I'll do better", Yet by 8am You're Yelling at Your Children? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Jill DarceyMost parents put their hand up and say, "Yes, me too!" Exhausted from a day of nagging, yelling and demanding your children do things faster, better, or do something at all, you flop into bed and wish for more peace in home. With your head churning, you long for a better way to do things and ...
Views: 1473(4 votes) - 20 reasons: WHY GOOD KIDS MAKE BAD CHOICES! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Stephanie MannLOSS OF FAMILY 1. 50% of marriages end in divorce which cuts a child’s support system in half – 1 in 4 women in abusive relationships. 2. Adult bullies: Mental abuse with put downs, insults, belittling, cursing, screaming and controlling without listening or guiding. 3. Physical abuse: ...
Views: 2612(4 votes) - Family Money Management And Stress Management With A Realistic Budget - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Rick CarterA major and consistent source of stress for most people is money. Well, actually the stress is caused by spending more money than they bring in or have. The answer to this is simple: spend less. Yeah, and the answer to losing weight is spend more calories than you eat. So let’s come up with ...
Views: 2025 - Difficult Child or Just Having a Difficult Day? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Judy WrightWhy won't my kid behave? What makes him so angry? How can I control his angry behavior? Why is his behavior rude and obnoxious? How can we teach respect and responsibility? Are all kids his age lazy? What am I doing wrong? These are common questions that come up in parenting classes I teach ...
Views: 1587 - How to make people respect and honor you? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Dia ThabetHow to make people respect and honor you? Do you gain people’s respect easily? Do people respect and honor you for who you are? Studies show that anyone can get the respect they want and deserve by following simple tips. As you know, you don’t need to be rich, successful, or powerful to ...
Views: 2542(1 vote) - Let’s Talk: 3 Tips for Livelier Conversations With Your Spouse - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Carrie HoffmanIf you sometimes find yourself too tired or distracted to make conversation with your partner, or your conversations seem to be about routine things like the kids, the bills and the house, here are a few tips you can use right away to put some interest and spice back in your conversations with ...
Views: 1922 - 5 Ways to Spend Time with Your Kids When You Have No Time - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtIt was Dr. Anthony P. Witham who once said "children spell love…T-I-M-E." He was definitely onto something. Unfortunately, if you are like most parents, time is a precious commodity that often eludes us. Whether we have a new job, a new baby, or we just need to make the coffee or strip the beds, ...
Views: 1570(4 votes) - ***It’s Back to School Shopping Time and Time to Save Money - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Margaret GoodThe new school season is quickly approaching and now is the time to put into practice those good stewardship skills and goal setting practices learnt in the past. Shopping this time of year can be overwhelming so the best thing to do is make a plan. The old saying applies here just as much ...
Views: 1252 - 4 Relationship Strengthening Tips for You to Use Today - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Tony MannAnyone who says relationships are easy probably hasn’t been in one for a while. Relationships take constant work in order to keep them healthy and strong. Without this constant care, your relationship can easily fall apart before your eyes. The following are some tips you can use to help ...
Views: 1205(4 votes) - The Challenge of Planning Family Meal - Men and WomenSubmitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Carlos MacedoHere is a think you usually hear: "mother knows best". Most of the times the cook in the house is the mother. Why is this? Well maybe because mother giver more attention to family so they know the favorite foods of their family. This is starting to change a bit, since some mothers are already ...
Views: 882 - IS MARRIAGE A NATURAL STATE? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieWHAT DO DIVORCE RATES SAY ABOUT MARRIAGE? We have all heard about the high rates of divorce in the West and we have also heard about how people are increasingly shunning marriage in the UK and US, opting instead for living together or singledom. Are soaring divorce rates indicative of an ...
Views: 5548 - What Constitutes Respect? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Judy WrightDo you have to like or love someone to be considerate, kind and courteous? The answer to that question is simply- No. You can be respectful without agreeing with, or even liking another person. One reason this is such a vital life skill for our children, is for the rest of their lives they ...
Views: 1860(2 votes) - Good Verbal Communication Skills for the Home and Family - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Joshua UebergangCommunicating with friends and family in the home may seem an entirely different proposition from communicating with coworkers and clients in a business environment, but many of the same skills that help you impart information in the latter setting work brilliantly in the former as well. Here ...
Views: 4002 - Family Time - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Alesia ShuteFamily Time – Small activities done together make a big impact, even when you’re caring for a sick child. It’s hard to create genuine family time when you’re caring for a sick child. Between weekly visits to the doctor, scheduled treatments at the hospital, and unforeseen emergencies that ...
Views: 1974 - His Last Year Was His Best Year Ever - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Karen KlassenI have a true story I want to share with you. I love travelling and was planning a road trip to Arizona with my boyfriend who had just moved from Australia to be with me in Canada. He had never been to the United States and was anticipating the adventure. I had been to Arizona a few years ...
Views: 1840(1 vote) - Beware the Enemies of Effective Communication - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Rachel MohebanNo matter how much you really want and need to get your point across to your partner, there are a number of methods of communication that are strictly off limits. Using them will get you nowhere productive. These methods include, but are not limited to the ...
Views: 2292 - Love, Fear, and Prayer - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Will MarreThe price of love of fear of loss. If we wouldn’t be sad by the loss of a loved one or by being rejected by someone we deeply love, love would have no bond, no intimacy, and no joy. To love is to risk the vulnerability of our inner most being. At least that’s what the most genuine and ...
Views: 1477 - Decision Making – Learn how to predict decisions made by others - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2010 from Judith EvicciIn order to make a good decision, adults employ all the logic at their disposal. However, if you are not an Adult Personality Type, or if you are married to an Individual representing another personality type, conflicts occur and logic may not be the primary consideration for deciding what to ...
Views: 2514(1 vote) - Getting Out of Debt Together - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Rachel MohebanOne underlying tension in many marriages is the weight of a debt. It is estimated that a very high percentage of divorces are based on some sort of financial issues between the couple, debt being a high on this list. If you see that you have fallen behind on your bookkeeping, it’s time to face ...
Views: 1463(2 votes) - Virtue, Honor, Integrity & Courage - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from Andrea ChapmanThose words define my daughter. I did not think so at one time. But as time has passed, I have come to admire her for her wisdom, and her sacrifice. Sometimes, our judgments prevent us from seeing the good in others. And they are judgments based on our own experiences, our own failures, and what ...
Views: 2738 - Controlling Behavior – The Balance between Care and Control - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2010 from Judith EvicciDeeply caring for others invites us to step over the relationship line and tell people what to do with their lives. Another motivation is not so benevolent. The actions others take can directly benefit or harm us. Of course, we care. Controlling behavior means offering unsolicited help to ...
Views: 7310(1 vote) - To speak ill of your Ex with your child says "I love you, but biologically you're 50% a jerk!" - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceySpeaking poorly of your child's other parent is one of the largest issues overlooked by co-parents - and yet it is one of the easiest for you to resolve. The reasons (or should I say excuses) that it is acceptable to slag off about your Ex to your children are numerous and yet the confusion that ...
Views: 2636(5 votes) - World peace? How about Home Peace first... - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyWe are all inspired at one time or another to embrace the vision and dream of world peace. We love what opportunities this brings and we dream of a world where we move beyond a fear and engage in the concept of difference not being judged, but rather celebrated. We become excited by the chances ...
Views: 2193(4 votes) - Financial Crisis ... What do we tell our kids? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyWhen the rest of the world is reporting financial doom and gloom, what do our teens think? In a generation which we see more and more young people struggling with hopelessness, is this media frenzy really helping? As parents, especially inside a Complex Family (those who have been touched by ...
Views: 2654(5 votes) - The Greatest Gift You Can Give Children - Wherever You Are, Be There! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyI believe most of us have what it takes to be genuinely great parents; regardless if we have been separated, divorced or attempting to co-parent. More often than not, it is through our efforts to juggle an already rather hectic lifestyle that we neglect some of the most crucial aspects of ...
Views: 2361(4 votes) - Money Matters - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2010 from Rachel MohebanMoney may make the world go ‘round, but issues concerning money can put a real damper on a relationship if not handled well. Whether you have a lot or a little, there’s bound to be some disagreement, somewhere along the way, as to how your income is best to be spent or saved. If you are ...
Views: 1289(2 votes) - Barbie's For Boys....Why Not? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from annette simmonsI can still recall fondly my childhood. Years spent playing with my assorted dolls and their accessories. Creating imaginary worlds of glamor and adventure. My dolls were an outlet-as for most little girls the opportunity to forage into the social realm with the proverbial security blanket. ...
Views: 3379 - Alcoholism, Addiction, Denial and Recovery...There is Hope - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Amy CrowellWhat comes to your mind when you think of an alcoholic and drug addict? Do you immediately envision a person on the side of the street, begging for change and holding a bottle wrapped in a brown paper bag? Do you envision a person in a crack house shooting up drugs and sleeping under a bridge? ...
Views: 3834(1 vote) - Pit Bull Stops Bullying - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Jaynine HowardMiss Savanna is my very friendly blue pit-bull. She normally lies on the floor beside my desk or she can be found looking out the window. Miss Savanna delights in occasionally chasing a cat. But, she also lets those same cats rub up against her and occasionally snuggle up with her on her bed. ...
Views: 2766(1 vote) - Tap Water: The Safe and Healthy Choice - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Eric EcklHey Mom! Have you ever looked at all those bottles of water at the supermarket that are competing for your hard earned dollar and wondered how they got there? It wasn't that long ago that we all drank tapwater without a second thought. What's changed? Well, when it comes to the safety of ...
Views: 2028(4 votes) - Fear Factor or Face the Facts - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from LeAnna BennWill I let fear keep me away from discussing sexual self control with my teen? Such a short word, sex really is a complex topic to discuss. It has frightened parents, schools, government and relationships. The fear, it can really make or break you when action is needed. So, how to manage ...
Views: 1970(3 votes) - 6 Tips On How To Plan A Successful Baby Shower - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2010 from Ron HirsuYou found out you are pregnant and you know that a baby shower will be planned by your friends and close relatives. A baby shower is the perfect way to share with loved ones the fantastic news that a baby will be arriving. Celebrated during the last few months of your pregnancy, your baby ...
Views: 1104 - Filter Foul Language - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from LeAnna BennAre you aware of the fact that some movies, songs and school subjects have a little dog poop in them? There was a mom who's really disappointed to her children after reiterating to them not to watch explicit shows and listen to songs with bad words. When her son arrived one evening from ...
Views: 2450(6 votes) - The Circle of Life - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Charlie BadenhopShortly after being diagnosed with late stage brain cancer, my mom began to lose her ability to communicate in words. She went from saying "I'm thirsty, please give me a glass of water." to eventually only being able to say, "Water!". Her ability to understand what was being said held up well, ...
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