Have you ever wondered why it’s so hard to make friends as an adult? Growing up, it’s easier to meet people. You go to school with classmates or peers in the same life stage as you. As we enter adulthood, that gets harder. People move. Our priorities change. Our lives start to revolve around work and our families. Everyone becomes engulfed in their own routines. They are … [Read more...] about Making Friendships in Adulthood
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Why Happiness is So Important
Happiness has more importance than just feeling good. Happiness is also important to your health, longevity, success, and relationships. The importance of happiness is often discounted in a culture obsessed with material success, but it’s hard to purchase something that will make you happy in the long-term. Your happiness isn’t just important to you. It’s also important … [Read more...] about Why Happiness is So Important
A Parent’s Guide for When Kids Share Bedrooms
As new homes grow bigger, fewer children share bedrooms anymore. Census data confirms that families tend to buy homes with a bedroom for each family member, and maybe a guest room too. However, some parents prefer to have siblings sleeping in the same room, even if they have extra space. There are many reasons why kids share bedrooms. Sometimes it’s a financial necessity, … [Read more...] about A Parent’s Guide for When Kids Share Bedrooms
A Parent’s Guide to Maintaining Healthy Boundaries with Your Adult Children
After your kids grow up, you remain a parent, but your job description changes. Your adult children can make their own decisions, and you’re both free to determine how you want to interact with each other. Setting boundaries will help you to maintain a healthy relationship. There may be many issues to sort out. For some parents, it’s a matter of encouraging healthy … [Read more...] about A Parent’s Guide to Maintaining Healthy Boundaries with Your Adult Children
What You Can Do if You’re Feeling Socially Isolated
There are a lot of people that feel alone these days. It’s not easy or safe to casually meet for dinner at a restaurant. It’s not advisable to meet at a friend’s house for a poker tournament. A lot of the regular activities you normally use to connect with others and to get out of the house are off-limits now. It’s natural to feel out of sorts and isolated. However, where … [Read more...] about What You Can Do if You’re Feeling Socially Isolated