Raising children in single parent families is a daily struggle. As any busy single parent can attest to, it is sometimes difficult to juggle all of our daily demands and still have energy and time left over to for our children. When this happens, emotional connection with our children begins to suffer and feelings of [...]
Adolescent Behavior & Issues,Anger Management,Anxiety,Child Behavior Issues,Christian Concerns,Depression,Divorce Recovery & Care,Grief & Loss,Marital/Marriage Issues,Personal Distress,Relationship Problems,Spiritual Struggles,Stress Management,Women's Issues
I don’t like to exercise. Who does? I mean, really? We go to these places where everyone is trying to look leaner and meaner. We walk around like zombies trying to get through the workout so we can go home eat what we want, watch TV, be with our family/friends and then do it all over again! [...]
Adolescent Behavior & Issues,Anger Management,Blended Families,Child Behavior Issues,Divorce Recovery & Care,Marital/Marriage Issues,Men's Issues,Parent/Child Conflict,Parenting,Personal Distress,Relationship Problems,Women's Issues
When we are in close relationship with others, the need for good communication is essential. However, our ability to communicate poorly often gets in the way of closeness. I say “this” and you hear “that.” We end up with a “he said/she said” story that is confusing at best and often alienates us. The tension [...]
Adolescent Behavior & Issues,Anger Management,Anxiety,Child Behavior Issues,Depression,Divorce Recovery & Care,Manic-Depression/Bi-Polar Disorder,Men's Issues,Personal Distress,Relationship Problems,Spiritual Struggles,Stress Management,Weight Loss,Women's Issues
Everyone needs someone who cares. One of the most important factors in mental health is the support and acceptance of friends. Friends can make a difference by offering encouragement, understanding, and emotional strength. Anyone, however, can be affected by mental illness. Knowing what mental illness looks like and what to do can help those you [...]
How often do families spend time repairing breaks in their homes, updating living quarters, and making improvements to the spaces they live in? How often do those same families spend time repairing the relationships that live beneath the newly patched roof? How often do you spend time repairing the cracks of your own life? Day [...]
