6 ways to constructively complain to build connection. You may be wondering: what in the world? You are actually telling…
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A Family Who Plays Together Stays Together
5 Ways to Be More Playful at Home When I was a child, my mom would often tell me to…
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How Conflict Can Improve Your Marriage
6 Practices that Build Connection. Blame. Criticism. Shouting matches. Silent treatments. I admit I have done them all. It feels…
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What Bugs My Teen About Me?
Perspectives from my teenagers The other evening my husband and I were having dinner with our 16-year-old daughter when she…
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Why We Enter Into Power Struggles With our Teens
Are you arguing with your teen correctly? Try this Next Time You’re Tempted to Argue with Your Teen Isn’t…
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What You Need to Know About Adolescent Depression
Could your son or daughter be depressed, but you’re unsure of the signs? How can you recognize the signs and…
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Reflections from My 25-Year Old Daughter
Welcome to my Guest Columnist! Introducing my daughter Sarah – My mom asked me if I would guest write for some…
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8 Ways to Get Your Teen To Talk To You
Every good conversation starts with good listening. Next time your teen wants to talk to you, seize the opportunity with…
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75 Affirmations to Say to Your Adolescent
Sometimes connecting with our tween or teen is something that seems insurmountable. Every word is met with a humph,…
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Reclaim Your Sanity
Three Practices to Restore Balance and Reduce Stress Are you familiar with the saying, “Running around like a chicken with your…
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Dos And Don’ts When Talking To Your Teen
Communicating with our adolescents can be a challenge. At times, it can seem impossible to get them to open up…
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Blame It On the Teenage Brain
Imagine you’re driving your car, peacefully going along, when all of a sudden you find yourself zigzagging down a winding…
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