You love your adult children and want to have a close relationship with them. However, things sometimes turn out differently than you planned. Family communications can be tricky. It’s easy to fall into old patterns that become reinforced over many years. It’s difficult to remember that the baby you raised now has a career and children of their own. Transforming the way … [Read more...] about The Secret to Communicating with Your Adult Children
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A Beginner’s Guide to Using Writing Therapy to Enhance Personal Growth
What do you do when you’re feeling sad or low? Maybe you reach out to friends or stay in bed watching your favorite series on TV. Have you ever considered turning to writing as a therapy? Studies have shown that those who write about their most traumatic or stressful experiences experience better health outcomes. The stories we tell ourselves give us meaning in our … [Read more...] about A Beginner’s Guide to Using Writing Therapy to Enhance Personal Growth
Is Social Media Negatively Impacting Your Life? Here’s How to Handle It
How often do you pick up your phone and browse social media just to fill up time? These days, social media is at our fingertips. One scroll turns into thirty minutes. These platforms are designed to keep us on there as long as possible. Social media started out as a place to connect with loved ones, but has evolved into places for advertisers, influencers, and marketers to … [Read more...] about Is Social Media Negatively Impacting Your Life? Here’s How to Handle It
Setting Healthy Boundaries for Lasting Love
Have you ever felt angry or hurt because of something your partner said or did? Setting healthy boundaries can help you protect your emotional energy and deepen the connection within your relationship. Boundaries are the guidelines we set about our expectations, availability, and energy. Because boundaries communicate how we feel, they prevent us from overcommitting or … [Read more...] about Setting Healthy Boundaries for Lasting Love
Who Else Wants to Try a Social Media Detox?
Social media is great for staying in touch with family and friends and finding deals from your favorite brands. However, there can be a downside. Internet searches for social media detox rose 314% this past year. That’s according to a Pinterest study of trends for the year 2020. Maybe you’re one of many adults trying to change your relationship with Facebook and other … [Read more...] about Who Else Wants to Try a Social Media Detox?