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New Year's resolutions aren't just for individuals — couples can set goals together to strengthen their relationship. This article provides several ideas for New Year's resolutions that couples can adopt, such as breaking bad habits, cooking together, listening actively, and planning regular date nights. Setting specific, attainable goals can help couples improve communication, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction throughout the year. Read more

The holiday season can bring unexpected stress for couples with different traditions and expectations. Christina and Mark, for example, face constant disagreements over how to celebrate Christmas, leading to tension and disappointment. The key to navigating these differences is open communication, respecting each other’s perspectives, and creating new traditions together. This article offers advice on how couples can manage holiday stress and strengthen their relationship during the festive season. Read more

Thanksgiving can be a challenging time for parents with moody teenagers, especially when navigating the tension between family traditions and teen behavior. This article offers helpful tips for parents on how to engage with their teens, create fun family activities, and handle their moods during the holidays. By involving them in meaningful tasks, having realistic expectations, and respecting their space, parents can help make Thanksgiving a more enjoyable experience for everyone. Read more

The blog discusses the challenges parents face when their teen expresses anger or says hurtful things, such as "I hate you." It offers strategies for parents to cope with these moments, including staying calm, understanding their teen's perspective, and choosing battles wisely. It emphasizes not taking these outbursts personally, as they are often tied to hormonal changes, stress, and emotional struggles. It also covers the importance of setting boundaries and showing patience while respecting the teen's space. Read more

The blog emphasizes the importance of prioritizing marriage even after becoming parents. It highlights how couples often lose their romantic connection while focusing on children and provides strategies to maintain intimacy, appreciation, and emotional connection. The post encourages setting aside time for each other, fostering communication, and keeping the romantic spark alive. Read more

Joe, a 52-year-old business executive has been coming home late from work the past couple of weeks, sometimes forgetting to tell his 50-year-old wife Jodi that he won't be home Read more

The blog explores the signs of a midlife crisis in a partner and its impact on relationships. It discusses common behaviors, emotional struggles, and coping strategies, emphasizing self-care, communication, and patience in navigating this challenging phase. Read more

A box of your favorite chocolates or a bouquet of your favorite flowers… an adorable teddy bear or a special surprise date night on the town… nothing's better than celebrating Read more

We all know how stressful parenting can be. Learning how to strike a balance between seemingly endless finances, finding time for our partners, friends, and selves, building our careers, dealing Read more

There's no way around it- the holidays are a stressful time! Between all of the shopping, wrapping, cooking, travel, and generally close proximity to extended family members, it's no wonder Read more

Thanksgiving is almost here and it seems that the month of November often seems to become consumed by talk about thankfulness. As parents, we do our best year-round to condition Read more

This blog offers advice for effective co-parenting post-divorce, emphasizing clear communication, emotional control, and focusing on the children's best interests. It provides practical tips, like maintaining a consistent check-in schedule, being flexible with parenting plans, and avoiding public arguments. It stresses the importance of respecting each other's parenting styles and keeping personal disagreements private to ensure children’s emotional well-being. Read more

Adjusting to an empty nest can be challenging for couples. Learn how to rekindle your connection, find new shared interests, and strengthen your relationship after the kids leave home. Read more

With spring finally in full bloom, graduation season is upon us! If you are preparing to graduate from college or graduate school, there are probably hundreds of thoughts flying through Read more

This blog offers strategies for encouraging children, especially teens, to start journaling. It provides tips such as explaining the benefits of journaling, allowing kids to choose their own materials, creating a distraction-free space, suggesting open-ended prompts, respecting privacy, and setting a good example by journaling as well. The goal is to help children express their emotions and improve communication. Read more

The blog discusses how summer break brings both relief and challenges for parents and children. It highlights the importance of maintaining routines, setting expectations for teenagers, and continuing mental health treatment if needed. Tips include planning balanced activities, keeping up with therapy appointments, and setting clear boundaries. Read more