Family Dynamics

Good inter- personal skills are an offshoot of our personality dynamics and a foundation to people relationships. Have you noticed that conflict often arises because people look at the world from...

Often our lives drift aimlessly like a boat in the rough sea and we run a life of frustrations and despair. The inner self craves for reconnecting with our roots but mental boundaries often act...

With today's technology busy families can stay connected through mobile texting, IM's and emails. Staying connected is one thing, staying close is another. Does your family need a way to...

The first thing to understand is that rebellious children want to have control. This is why it's difficult for parents to deal with children who are rebellious. Children with this attitude refuse...

If there is one thing families today need is predictability in the home. This just enforces stability within the home because there is a pace the family is going. And as long as everyone is going...

Here is an article on how to protect your car from being stolen or broken into. I have this happen to my wife. She was evacuating a hurricane with our kids, while I was at work (wich dang near...

You have choices. You can choose to live in the past, the present, or the future. I choose to live in the present. Below are a few tips for living in the Present.

There are many people who refuse to grow up and take responsibility serious. It is sad but in some cases they never saw how to be disciplined or taught how to be responsible, however, as an adult...

What is one of your greatest fears? Less face it and keep it real. We all have had them. When fears are never addressed, they can turn into anxieties or even lead to depression. In order to...

Everyone has heard that stress causes many different health problems as well as annoyances like stubborn belly fat. But sometimes stressful situations occur that are completely out of our...

We’ve all seen them or been a part of them. Arguments affect everyone involved, whether they are simply on the sidelines or are an active participant. They are energy draining and hurtful. More...

Have you ever talked to someone and everything that came out of their mouth was negative? The body mind and spirit are affected by our attitudes. By choosing to be positive you can manifest a...

If you've suffered the loss of a special relationship in your life, but have the opportunity to regain it--then by all means go for it. It's something you'll treasure always.

Feeling important and like you matter is one of the most basic human needs. Here are some tips that you can use to make others feel like they truly matter.

It's natural to want your mother's or your father's approval as a child. After all, these are the people who made you! But now you're 25 or 35 or 50 and there are still times when you find...

Your family roots are very important. We all have them. Many know quite a lot about their roots, while others know very little. Family is important. Family is the safe haven. It is never too...

Children, especially teenagers, are very much up to unraveling life. They try to discover it through peers, organizations of their interest, and even the web. Often, though, teens long to find it...

If you have a child that has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, your child will really need your help and support. You can be there as a strong support for your child.

It is important and vital that you prepare you toddler for school. Whether it is Preschool or Head Start your child deserves the best that you can give to help him or her to have a good day at...

You remember the elated feelings you had when you moved out of your parents house for the first time. This meant no more rules and total freedom to do what you wanted whenever you wanted to do....

Once there was a very smart lady that gave me a gift for Christmas. She said, “I hope you like it; I really do not know what to give to someone that has everything.“ She assumed that I had...

Did you grow up in an Italian Family? Do you understand the idiosyncrasies of spending every Sunday at a family dinner? Did you have a relative or two who often make disparaging comments which...

Many Baby Boomers are dealing with their own retirement and aging issues while trying to cope with their parents' needs. Here are some things I learned in the five years I took on the role of...

Notice I did not use the words "needy", "co-dependent", or "nosy". But depending on your situation, these or other terms might apply. Family, and especially...

There may be a certain behavior that is unacceptable with your toddler. In order to change behavior there must me great emphasis on the good behaviors. Eventually the good behaviors become more...

I have been sharing various how to’s about toddlers, but I had neglected to share my failures with you. I do not want to give the impression that I know it all or have all the answers. I am...

How to know which path is best for you. Many people have goals and dreams they hope to achieve, Many plan out steps they think will get them to their goal. Though along The way, things you ...

Building a strong family is important to the sanity of a home. When a family is happy, life seems to go quite smooth. Maybe you didn't have such a wonderful childhood and wonder what it takes to...

A quick simple way to let your child know during the school day how much you love them!!

Staying close to family that lives in another state or even another country is be a little challenging but it can be done. I live in a different state than all eight of my brothers and sisters and...

When people see old pictures and documents from their loved ones, they start to get feeling interested about their family history. Creating a family tree is a good way in fulfilling that deep...

Have a pre-teen stuck playing video games for endless hours? This article will teach you a remarkable effective method to reduce that addiction.

The plaque at the left is what my Granddaughter presented me last Christmas and I would wear it around my neck if I could!!! I hang it in a prominent place in my kitchen where everyone sees it...

You are all smiles today, but you look across the room, and the one you are living with has that familiar disagreeable look on their face. There is always one grouchy person in the family....

So you want to start or buy a business with one or more family members? Going into business with your family can be a wonderful endeavor. Or having a family business partner can place significant...

Becoming friends with your mother-in-law can indeed be challenging. After all you are stepping into "her" world. Up until now she has been the most important woman in her son's life....

The state of our economy is no secret. Everyday I read about people losing their jobs, being laid off and strip malls being vacated to ghost town status. Even on a day to day basis I talk with...

Basically there are a variety of things that a toddler can be allergic to. I am basically addressing the issues of toddlers that have been diagnosed by a doctor as to having allergies. Once...

A relationship with a sister can be very unique and special. This is especially true if the relationship is between two women. Sometimes it can be hard to get along with your sister, but...

Sometimes it is easy to get into a relationship. You might think it is cute when he/she is jealous of another, but when your abuser starts controlling, shoving, hitting, or beating you, that all...

Abuse whether emotional or physical still hurts. Love does not hurt. Today I am giving you a few more of the tips of how abusive and/or controlling relationships affects toddlers.

Toddlers have more awareness that we sometimes would like to admit. What you do or say can definitely affect children. Parents some time forget that children learn by not necessarily doing what...

Learn how to inspire and make people feel great about themselves.

There is a book called Do Hard Things, and if you are stuck in a rut, feeling useless or depressed, this is a good book to get you fired up. However, if you are the type of person who is always...

If you live in an apartment, you may need the services of a laundromat. A laundromat is a place full of washers an dryers that you pay to laundry your clothes and to dry your clothes. The...

There are a variety of reasons that people stay in abusive and/or controlling relationships. Even though it is not healthy to do so. To those that are reading this article today, I hope it will...

Apologies can come in many forms and are often ineffective. Some apologies are not apologies at all. For example: "I'm sorry you feel that way," is an observation and does not...

As a parent there are a variety of ways to help your toddler adjust to preschool. You cannot be with him /her 24 hours a day, but you can prepare him/her. You have nurtured him/her and now it is...

Bullying in schools has become a hot topic recently, as more and more kids are killing themselves rather than go to school or walk in their neighborhoods. But bullying is a learned behavior. Who...

Tangible things, money, superficial image and power, do not equal being fulfilled. True happiness comes from within and who we surround ourselves with. Do you want to know what it takes to be rich...