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- How to Cope with a Critical Partner - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2006 from Nancy WassonDo any of these statements describe your feelings? ___ You often feel that your partner criticizes you unfairly. ___ You feel that your partner consistently looks for nit-picking things to criticize. ____You feel that your partner routinely criticizes you for things that have been blown out ...
Views: 12409 - The Keys to Good Self Esteem: Free Time and a Passion - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2006 from Elizabeth YarnellI think the most important thing you can do as a parent is to sponsor good self esteem in your child. If a child believes in themselves and feels good about themselves, they can do most anything. One way to sponsor self esteem is to help children to occupy their free time in ways that are ...
Views: 664 - Got Jealousy? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2006 from Paul SterlingSo, what do humans and the frilled lizard have in common? Sometimes, when we're afraid, we both puff out our faces and ears and try to act really, really scary. The fear in jealousy is so strong that it can sometimes make us react to situations like a frilled lizard, just to make sure that our ...
Views: 478 - Family Dinners--Blessing or Curse? - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2006 from Noelle NelsonYou’ve read the articles in the various “Home and Family” magazines about how important it is to have family dinners together at least 3 to 4 times a week, about how your children will feel more secure, know they have a “place” in the world (having one at the table), will be less prone to taking ...
Views: 939 - School Violence: How the community can help our schools - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2006 from Derek RandelRick travels by his neighborhood schools everyday without giving them a second thought. He is 30 years old and has two children ages three and one. He is not concerned about the schools' atmosphere now because it does not affect himself or his family. He is a manager in the accounting department ...
Views: 514 - Healing Families of Divorce: Top Ten Ways To Stop The Conflict And Put Your Children First - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2006 from Lorraine Ball1. Put your children first. Your child is not a confidant. Your child is not a friend. You are the adult and your child needs to be a child. Your child is NOT responsible for you. Children of single parents tend to grow up way too fast. Remember your child is a child. Do you know your child's ...
Views: 2153 - Help Teens Get the Sleep they Need - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2006 from Elizabeth YarnellTeenagers are one of the most sleep deprived segments of the population. Most teens require at least nine hours of sleep but get much, much less. It's a time when school, homework, community service, extracurricular activities, active social lives and part-time jobs keep them busy from early ...
Views: 549 - Starting Over - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Ariel and Shya KaneHave you ever found yourself in one of those moods where no matter what your partner says or does, it is all fodder for the fight? Where you are angry, disturbed and nothing he or she says or does is right or good enough to relieve your sense of aggravation? We recently met a couple involved ...
Views: 1180(7 votes) - Wedding Cost Saving Advice: Top 5 Tips For Weddings On A Shoestring Budget - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2006 from Helen RankinWith the average wedding now costing £17,000, many couples are now looking for ways to have a ‘celebrity’ stylish wedding, without the celebrity price tag. The first tip is simple – ask for a discount. The worst that can happen is that they say ‘No’. You might be a bit embarrassed, but what have ...
Views: 698 - Fathers and Sons - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2006 from Neil FellowesOne of the issues for boys as they pass from childhood into manhood is the need for a strong role models. Today, with so many relationship breakdowns and longer working hours, fathers can easily become shadow figures. Boys without strong male influence will, inevitably, find their own role ...
Views: 606 - Children On Ritalin Is That the Answer? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2006 from Robert JonesDo you have a preschool-aged (or older) child who has ADHD or ADD? Many times, parents are encouraged to medicate their children to help alleviate the symptoms that can be causing them to have problems both at school and at home. If this is something you’ve been dealing with for a while, you ...
Views: 607 - Halloween Party Cakes – Holiday Fun For All - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2006 from Tishia LeeHalloween will be here soon. Goblins, ghosts and ghoulish fun too. Halloween also brings with it the start of the Holiday Season, pumpkin patches, and that warm fuzzy feeling that winter is on the way. Many families celebrate with a huge bash for friends and family and even the neighborhood ...
Views: 1254 - Simma & Kate's Strategies for Cross-Generational Relationship Building - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2006 from simma liebermanHere we highlight what we think are the best ways to push past generational barriers and build strong intergenerational relationships. We've divided the strategies into mindset tips (how to approach cross-generational differences) and practical tips (the small things you can do during a ...
Views: 652 - MARRIAGE ADVICE: You're With Your Perfect Teacher - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2006 from Karen JonesIt’s a constant and ongoing battle in your marriage. You like to have things laid out and to be prepared for what’s coming. He doesn’t plan at all. You know you’d relax if only he’d be a little more focused, and then you could stop having these arguments. How ...
Views: 782 - DATING ADVICE: You, Him and the Not-Quite-Ex-Wife - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2019 from Karen JonesWhen it comes to seriously dating a nearly divorced man, there is frequently a third person in your relationship – his not-quite-ex-wife. It feels like he’s the one for you but the strong emotions he feels for his wife are a challenge. You’ve been loving, generous and ...When ...
Views: 20372 - The Problem: Inertia - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederDear Dr. Dennis: I’ve read a number of your articles where you talk about having “game” (the ability to meet women, get numbers, etc.) Unfortunately, I don’t have any! I’m more of a home-type person who wants to get out and do more with life but a lot of times I find it difficult to do. It ...
Views: 523 - If Money Matters - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2006 from Johanna DocenaTrue enough, a wedding is the most difficult event to plan and prepare for. And it gets even more challenging if the budget is tight. But don't fret, we have come up with some tips to help you stay on track money-wise. 1. Limit your invites to the most important people in your life. Less ...
Views: 609 - Want Closeness? ~ Avoid These 11 Intimacy Killers - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2006 from Lori RadunAs human beings, we all have an innate need to be close to someone. But sometimes the very thing we desire is the opposite of what we have. Some of us subconsciously sabotage the relationships we want because of our fear of intimacy. Sometimes we unknowingly and unwillingly drift apart ...
Views: 9843(1 vote) - Why Breaking Up May Be The Best Thing To Happen To You - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2006 from Annie KaszinaNobody wants to go through the pain of a break-up. You feel like the bottom has fallen out of your world, the trust you had in your partner dissolves. You probably feel worthless and unlovable. But still, getting hurt may be the best thing to happen to you. Why? Because it is probably the best ...
Views: 3114 - We Have Contact! - How to Make a Great First Impression Online - by What do you look for in an online profile when deciding whether to contact someone?
Is it easier or harder for men versus women to make the first move in online dating?
How do you maximize your odds of getting a positive response back from someone?
So much has been written about face-to-face ...
Views: 585 - Jealousy...The Green Eyed Monster - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2006 from Susan Russo“Love that is fed by jealousy dies hard” -Ovid Jealousy can be consuming. It creates stress and anxiety in a relationship. Jealousy leaves you feeling insecure, vulnerable and frustrated. There is nothing good that comes from being jealous; regardless of whether you are the one ...
Views: 2260 - 7 Steps to Survive a Breakup or Divorce - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2006 from Susan Russo7 Steps to Survive a Break-up or Divorce “The journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” -Lao Tzu Are you struggling with letting go of a past love? We all know how painful it can be when walking away from a relationship. You may be dealing with feelings that ...
Views: 551 - Deception...The Whittler of the Soul - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2006 from Susan RussoDeception…The Whittler of Your Soul “A lie may take care of the present, but it has no future.” -Author Unknown When you find out that someone you love has lied to you, has been deceiving you; it is like a knife piercing your soul. How do you recover from the ...
Views: 571 - Pain in the Back: Your Child’s Backpack May Not Be the Cause - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2006 from Elizabeth YarnellBack pain is pervasive throughout the adult population. It is one of the most common reasons to visit a doctor. Young children are suffering from back pain much earlier than previously reported, and the use of overweight backpacks is a major contributing factor. In addition to overloaded ...
Views: 617 - The Girl at Work - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederDear Dr. Neder: I have liked a woman at my work for sometime now. We were out with others from work one evening and I admitted to her how I felt after getting a little drunk. She was perfectly sober since she was the designated driver. At the same time, she told me that she was also attracted ...
Views: 599 - Healing From Divorce: Heal Your Heart - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2006 from Lorraine BallDuring my divorce I was involved in a car accident. Fortunately no one was injured. The only other accident I have ever been involved in was shortly before my wedding. We are all more likely to have accidents, to be sick or to have other negative events happen to us during a divorce or shortly ...
Views: 1336 - Dating/Relationships & Independence: Women over 40 keep your life in balance - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2006 from Trisha StoneHow do you find the balance between your own independent life and being in a relationship? For some women this is about facing your worst fear that you will somehow lose yourself along the way. You can find out how to make sure that you don’t give up on yourself whilst being in a ...
Views: 2151 - Top Secrets of Successful Couplepreneurs - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2006 from Jean CharlesAre you in business with your life partner and can’t tell the difference between your bedroom and the boardroom? Welcome to the world of Couplepreneurs! What are “Couplepreneurs”? This term describes any two persons living together in a committed relationship and also ...
Views: 1127 - How to Keep Jealousy from Destroying Your Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2006 from Nancy WassonJealousy has often been called the “green-eyed monster,” and with good reason. The “monster” is fueled by envy and can over time devour the trust and harmony in a relationship. According to B.C. Forbes, “Jealousy…is a mental cancer.” It spreads quickly and can be fatal to a relationship. Once ...
Views: 10664(1 vote) - Simple Tips to Improve Your Communication/Relationship Skills - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2006 from Connie LimonHave you ever been to a function in a room full of strangers and found yourself lost for words? The art of introducing yourself to others and creating small talk may come natural for some, but most people confess to feeling shy, embarrassed and don’t know where to start. There are four ...
Views: 1829 - Compliment Your Child - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2006 from Judy WrightDo you know how to compliment your child? Strangely enough, many parents don’t. If you only heard criticism growing up, you may need to learn the words and actions in order to build the self esteem and character of your child. Combine the compliment with a smile or hug Verbal language is ...
Views: 5242(2 votes) - Truth - Your Way to Success! - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2006 from Connie ButlerSometimes when I use the word Truth I can see people fidgeting or looking a little uncomfortable. They seem to think that it means that they will be caught at something, something difficult will happen, that whatever joy they have carved out will somehow be damaged, that their business ...
Views: 864 - Diversity and Bully-busting: 4 Tips To Stop Bullying and Bias Before It Happens - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2006 from Deb CaponneFasten your seat belt and get on the diversity train! Experts agree that bullying not only exists in every school and community in our country, but it is also escalating at a frightening pace. Bullying, defined as strong preying on the weak has reached epidemic proportions in the U.S. as ...
Views: 1264 - 5 Secrets for Handling Teen Trouble - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2006 from Barbara McRae, MCCThe most common issues between parents and teens arise due to poor communication, power struggles and a lack of empathy. If you use the same parenting methods that you did when your teen was a child, you won't get positive results. You’ll just exhaust your energy. There are five secrets to help ...
Views: 1500 - 5 Common Dating Mistakes Men Make - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2006 from Rod CortezShe was beautiful. She was popular. I wanted to walk up to her and say something clever so she would know that I liked her. I was different than all the jerks she went out with. So I walked up to Tina and told her that I liked her and that we should go out. She smiled and said "Why thank ...
Views: 2492 - Which is Best – Same or Different? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederHey Doc: I have a question which might sound a bit unusual but; do relationships work best between people who are different or people who are similar? ============= Hello! Actually, as with so many things, it depends! Obviously, it's a good idea to have some things in common such as hobbies, ...
Views: 501 - Focus On Teen Strengths: Turn What You Love about Your Teen Into a Strong and Lasting Friendship - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2006 from Bercedeh StarkFocus On Teen Strengths: Turn What You Love about Your Teen Into a Strong and Lasting Friendship Oh, that Emma, thinks Mum. I can’t believe her. She’s only 15 and all she does is play video games. She used to be so active. Now she won’t try out for sports or join a club at school… She won’t ...
Views: 1292 - Seven Ways to Ease Kids’ Anxiety When You Date - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2006 from Elizabeth YarnellWhen their parents date, it creates anxiety in children and teens. The changes and losses they have gone through often cause them to feel jealous and insecure. They may become uncooperative, withdrawn, and rebellious or over attached to you. Each child, depending on age and personality, will ...
Views: 481 - Sleep Deprived Children Have Health Problems - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2006 from Elizabeth YarnellIf your child has frequent health and/or emotional problems, consider that a lack of sleep may be all or at least part of the problem. Every function in the body is affected by sleep. And for a child, the risks of sleep deprivation are much more serious than simply waking up in a grumpy mood. ...
Views: 732 - The Real Secret of Attraction - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2006 from Abe KassThe secret of attraction is the unconscious hope for healing and understanding. This is why we are so discriminating in our choice of a marital partner. Not just anyone will do. And when we find the right person we become infatuated and fall head over heels for him or her. Our passion and hope ...
Views: 690 - Dating and Relationship Tips - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2006 from Nishanth ReddySince Dating and Relationships are such a large, important part of everyday life, this article strives to help clear up myths from facts and present an overview of surrounding issues. Show Off – If you have a great body you’re trying to show off and young physical appearance, yet worry because ...
Views: 588 - Senior Dating Tips - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2006 from john waltzerFifty plus and wish to start dating again after a long long gap. Many would think it is an overwhelming task- especially when dates are difficult to find at that age. No it isn’t. Start searching on an online adult dating site in a category dedicated to senior dating. Searching through ...
Views: 588 - Is your relationship moving from casual to serious? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2006 from john waltzerHave you been dating since long? If the answer is yes, you may be moving from a casual relationship to a more serious one. Read on… You have been dating someone since long after a great find on an online adult dating, site. It may not have been a love at first sight kind of thing but ...
Views: 644 - What Can You Do About Control Issues in Your Relationship? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2006 from Nancy WassonIt’s so much easier to blame your partner than to look at yourself—and this is especially true when relationship control issues are involved. If you’re the more controlling partner, it’s tempting to blame your passive mate for waiting so long to speak up about her (or his) distress over the ...
Views: 12133(1 vote) - The Relationship Mistake of Settling - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2006 from Gary CaineThere are generally two types of mindset when it comes to the prospect of being in a serious, loving relationship with someone. There are those who are quite content being independent and single, they perceive a relationship as a bonus, should someone special enter their life. They are quite ...
Views: 6149 - The Seven Most Common Nap Traps - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2006 from Yolanda CardenHave you been tripped up by any of these situations? Nap Trap #1: "My baby wakes up the instant I put him down." He shouldn't fall asleep in your arms in the first place. Remember the rule: to bed semi-awake. Nap Trap #2: "My baby refuses to nap." Typically, the problem is timing. A baby won't ...
Views: 19942(2 votes) - The Older Woman - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2006 from Dr. Dennis NederHey Doc: I'm 21 years old and this girl that I've been talking to is turning 28 pretty soon. This girl has been really down on the dumps with personal problems, losing family members, etc. and we've been keeping each other "company" if you will. I want more than that however. I have a feeling ...
Views: 436 - Curtains, Pancakes and Broom Hockey: 12 Ways to Build Self Esteem in Kids - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2006 from Susie CortrightFew things are as rewarding as seeing your child glow from the inside out. And it happens when children have a high self esteem: when they know themselves to be unconditionally accepted, when they feel both loved and lovable, and when they feel a sense of belonging and self worth. Here are ...
Views: 984 - The First Few Years Of School - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldThe First Few Years Of School As a preschooler, your child was well behaved and didn’t exhibit any particular problems. Next your child enters school, perhaps Kindergarten, and then Grade one. Slowly issues with some classes and subjects appear. Maybe they are thought nothing of in Grade one, ...
Views: 771 - Normal Childhood Behaviour Misconstrued - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2006 from Gary DirenfeldNormal Childhood Behaviour Misconstrued There is a quote attributed to Sigmund Freud, “Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar”. So too of childhood behaviour and incidents; they may be simply within the range of normal childhood life. However, in the context of high conflict separated parents, the ...
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