“I don’t feel the same way toward my stepchildren as I do my biological children,” a stepmother recently admitted. “I feel guilty when I say that, but it’s the truth.” “That’s okay,” I replied. “The…
10 Reasons To Use Therapeutic-Grade Essential Oils: 1) You can be a healer in your own home and take care of “life’s emergencies” with ease. 2) You save money and time. 3) You are provided…
“Always tell the truth. That way, you don’t have to remember what you said.” —Mark Twain When it comes to lies—especially small, everyday kinds of lies—Mark Twain’s advice is right on the money. Lies always…
Summer is coming to an end, the kids are back in school, and that means they’re being exposed to countless new germs everyday! There is so much advice out there about how to best care…
To be a good parent demands untold commitment and requires that you make countless decisions every day—about babysitters, schools, friends, bedtime and homework routines. It’s not a glamorous job, but it promises the greatest reward…
Stress is a natural and normal “by-product” of every family’s life. In fact, family stress can bring out the best of us: as we stretch to meet the challenges we face, we become better parents,…
Top Ten Ways to Handle Tense Family Gatherings Make a pro-and-con list. Clear your head, find a calm moment and decide whether it is best for you to go. 2. Consider smaller portions. If you…
7 Ways to Simplify Your Life: 1) Get a clear idea of what you want your life to look like. 2) Let go of projects, roles or obligations that take up too much time. 3)…
Hot shot kid in a too-fast car cut you off this morning; it’s noon and you’re still seething? Clerk at the grocery store wouldn’t let you in his express line because the guy behind you…
Negative attitudes can be hard to deal with, especially when they’re coming from your own child. We’ve got some ways to help you cope with your child’s behavior. Check your own behavior and attitude. Your…