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Having an organized house is important for several reasons. It saves time because you can always find what you need right away. It saves money too, since you don’t have to buy new things to replace what you can’t find. Being organized also sets a good example for children, so they ... Views:891
Dr. Romance writes:
No matter what you observe: Ramadan, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Solstice or Christmas, this is a celebratory time of year, and most of us are thinking of family, whether they’re near or far. My family is somehow both, since I lost all my aunts and uncles and my father before I was ... Views:1102
At the end of every week, after your kids spending five days at school or daycare, and you and your partner spending your usual 9-5 job or housekeeping schedule, are you looking for some ways to just break off from your routine and try to do something fun with your family?
With so many things ... Views:1005
Dear Dr. Romance:
I found one your article "Dr. Romance: Setting Boundaries with Your Ex" on SelfGrowth.com and wanted to reach out to a professional that is an expert with Divorce, families and integrating a new partner. I am single, 30, never been married, no ... Views:1011
For many of us, the holidays can feel dark, lonely, and stressful—especially if we are going through or recovering from divorce. And instead of looking forward to the beautiful decorations, smell of baking pies, and holiday songs on the radio, we instead may feel triggered by sadness.
Moving ... Views:1156
How to effectively respond to blame and enhance your marriage.
Blame in any relationship is challenging to deal with, even more so in marriage. Your natural instinct may be to blame back. All this does is create more tension. Husbands and wife’s that blame each other for their unhappiness, ... Views:1500
My mother gave me a dough mixer for my birthday. Not just any mixer but the one that she had owned her entire life, a wedding gift from her mother on her wedding day.
Let me explain why this meant so much to me. My mom was always a vibrant, active woman who spent most of her time in the ... Views:1227
To have a baby in the belly is certainly the most beautiful excuse for getting a little bit thicker every day. In order to feel better and well dressed with the growing ball, I have selected a maternity jacket for the winter and jeggings from the collection of " Mamalicious. I have tested both ... Views:623
It is so easy to get caught up in the nostalgia and hype of Christmas. This time of year we are bombarded with movies promoting happy family experiences. Whatever struggle our movie protagonist seems to have endured, they always seem to resolve their conflict and make it home for ... Views:1049
There can be a lot of advice coming to you this time of year about coping with the multiple stresses of the Holiday Season. If ever there was a time of the year that we can feel bombarded by the demands of the outside world; this time of year is it.
My advice is keeping it ... Views:1173
Dear Dr. Romance
My sister is 2 years younger and not long after my Dad died, I thought we should sit down and talk about things that needed to be done. She is the executor and took offense, accusing me of getting between her and Dad. Then, when my Mom got sick, she also got angry ... Views:1279
Are you tired of shopping for the traditional tie for dad, perfume for mom or CD for a sibling? Try something different this year, gifts that provide positive energy all year long and best of all, will fit into the most modest budget.
If you want to avoid overspending money on instant ... Views:1530
Newborn photography can be challenging for many photographers out there. There is a lot involved in shooting pictures of a newborn. A newborn photography can be pretty exhausting, but the end resulting can amaze anyone. So below mentioned are some tips to prepare for a newborn photography ... Views:1025
While lazing around the sultry Monday evening on Face-book, we came across this very beautiful and insightful video on ‘dating’ and ‘marriage’. In this particular video, the man talks about why he would never date, not that he is against it, he makes sure of that. However, the point that he ... Views:585
Dear Dr. Romance: I am married with a man that is younger than me by 17 years. Right now we are in a bad situation. I have 2 teenage children from prior marriage. My husband wants to represent my children's father and he does not understand that the children are too old to be molded ... Views:1125
The first book that I read on self development was a by Louise L Hay and, shortly after I had read one of her books, I end up reading another. I bought the first book in a spiritual shop in Australia and the second book at a book shop in England.
After I had finished this book, I read a few ... Views:985
Children are blessings from the Creator. In Bible times, the measurement of God’s favor in your life is through how many children you have. But whether we admit it or not, it is not easy to raise them. They are like brand new white canvass and depending how you mold them, that will how they will ... Views:1329
Anger in children is often misunderstood by adults, who don't always know how to handle children's angry outbursts. We might be asking ourselves the following questions: Is my child just being overly dramatic? Is he or she trying to control me? How do I diffuse the situation and help my child ... Views:1363
Critical thinking skills are the foundation of education and all life skill development.
When critical thinking and reading comprehension skills are coupled, they form a fundamental part of all education. These skills enhance a child’s educational development, as well as provide them with ... Views:1394
Dear Dr. Romance:
Last week my husband and I had an argument over something so small like not getting up to give our kid his medicine. Just because I didn't get up he started calling me names and he pushed me from the bed. Currently, we decided we needed time apart so we ... Views:954
Dealing with the death of a loved one is one of the hardest things that most people will ever endure. Someone that you love has moved on and you have to deal with the fact that they are gone and the things that come with their loss. Funeral arrangements, estate settlements, and helping other ... Views:2281
As parents, all of us have fought the battle with our kids as they are absorbed into a video game or movie on an iPad, tablet or smartphone. We’ve had a better chance of getting the attention of Tom Cruise walking the red carpet than our kids.
Today, it’s common for two-year-olds to be using ... Views:1390
Our mother is our first love. She’s our introduction to life and to ourselves. She’s our lifeline to security. We initially learn about ourselves and our world through interactions with her. We naturally long for her physical and emotional sustenance, her touch, her smile, and her protection. ... Views:2093
I remember, countless times as a kid, when I would pepper my parents with every question imaginable.
Why is the sky blue?
Do toads give you warts?
What is the distance between the sun and the moon?
Who is the fastest NFL football player?
Where is Alaska?
Who…What…Where…Why…and ... Views:1258
You have probably heard all the studies — family dinners are a great way to bond with your kids and provide many benefits that will help them in their childhood, teen years, and into adulthood. While you might not want to push your kids to participate in those family meals, the benefits ... Views:1466
Most people are aware now of the 40-50% average divorce rate in the west and expat communities. Knowing this doesn’t make that any easier if you are living in an unhappy marriage where divorce threats have been made.
The good news is an unhappy relationship doesn’t mean it’s over. That’s ... Views:1299
School mornings are often the most stressful part of the day. You need to make sure that everyone brushes their teeth, gets some food and is ready to go out the door at a certain time, and you’re not always dealing with happy campers. If you want to improve the efficiency of your family’s ... Views:2112
There are many reasons for getting divorced. Unfortunately, few of them can console a child who is going through the process. Even worse, many parents tend to push their children to the side while they deal with this often-complex kind of situation. If you have a child, though, you should make ... Views:1096
Losing a loved one is usually very difficult situation to deal with, but how do you explain it to a child? It may be a tough task but it must be done eventually. Here are a few different ways to teach children about life and death.
Explain with Religious Beliefs
All religions and ... Views:660
Halloween is a very popular time of year. The promise of free candy, chilly air, colorful costumes, and uninhibited fun combine to make a night full of delight and enjoyment. Unfortunately, this night also holds a lot of potential for danger. It is important to not only enjoy Halloween, but to ... Views:1142
When it comes to scarves for women then you need to wear it in most stylish manner. For head scarves styling, be as much creative as you can. You can go for forehead scarf styling, simple head scarf styling or you can have banded scarf styling. Right from retro styling to boho
styling, each and ... Views:667
“The amount we receive back within our hearts from helping
is much more than the time or money that we give.”
There has been much in the news about the tragedies affecting millions of people. In my life, I hardly remember a time when so much has been happening to so many people in such a ... Views:1289
Woman will finally take her place,
With equal stance to man.
Standing together. Each a necessary part of the whole.
God is Father Mother.
We have forgotten the Mother.
But Aquarius on wings of equality
Knows the truth.
And woman will stand with man
An equal, not of like ... Views:1319
One of the greatest things about being a parent is seeing the world through your child’s eyes. As adults, it’s easy to fall into the trap of feeling like you’ve “seen it all.” But the world is a pretty amazing place, and kids have a way of looking at things with a ... Views:1079
Dear Dr. Romance:
My son is having a substance abuse problem. It surfaced a few months ago, he promised to stop, and I just caught him using it again. He just turned 18. What can I do to help him?
Dear Reader:
I'm so sorry you're going through this with your son. If he wants help, ... Views:1478
Families can be our greatest source of joy as well as a never ending cause of stress. Comprised of a diverse blend of personalities, families are a mixture of quirky behaviors, opposing viewpoints, various needs, beliefs, and values, along with opposing methods of how members perform certain ... Views:1960
Gardening seems to be on the verge of becoming a lost skill with today's children. Not that many years ago, the backyard garden that provided fresh fruits and vegetables for family meals was a common site. Food preservation, or canning of homegrown vegetables and jellies and preserves made from ... Views:1946
The Breakdown of Families Saddens me: Hence why I would like to bring some light to the repair and reconnection of families.
In my clinic, I see both sides’ parents and children disconnected for “No Good Reason”. Good people missing out on sharing each other’s lives together.
I have wrote this ... Views:1006
Leaving the little ones at home alone is always a terrible task for the parents and so is the leaving them in the supervision of some stranger. But, as the parents do not have any other option they are compelled to opt for any of the above mentioned options. Anyhow, as the first option of ... Views:652
Love is a wonderful feeling. Self-love brings peace and acceptance, love for others and being loved brings feelings of gratitude and happiness. So today I am going to cover the 3 easiest ways to bring more of it into your life and relationships. I have developed several tools that have been ... Views:1147
Imagine it’s 2035 and you get a call from your son who proceeds to inform you that, at the young age of 32, he’s going blind as a result of macular degeneration.
Your immediate thought is how is this possible? Macular degeneration is a disease of the old. It is not a disease for young, ... Views:1239
Home monitoring can be a slippery slope for many parents. Chances are, your kids will probably not be too in favor if you decide to monitor them. They will probably ask you why you are deciding to do this and may say that you don’t trust them. It’s not that you don’t trust your kids, it is just ... Views:709
Eating the same dinners with the same drinks in the same clothes can get monotonous very quickly. Before you consider blowing your budget on expensive takeout food or at a fancy restaurant, you should first rethink your approach to home dining. It doesn't have to be boring. With a few simple ... Views:2257
Dr. Romance writes: In my counseling office, I see a lot of damaged relationships because people don’t know how to ask for what they want, or don’t think it’s OK. Whether it's your couple relationship, family connections, friends or work colleagues, not asking for what you want means you’ll ... Views:936
The responsibility for an elderly loved ones' safety and comfort becomes overwhelming as time passes. It involves physical, emotional and financial effort. Most of the time, it can be tiring and draining. Most of our parents would prefer to age in familiar surroundings. We cannot also deny that ... Views:791
Parents are indeed their children's best teachers, which is why many parents choose to instruct their teenagers on the finer points of driving. Before you slide into the passenger seat and let your teen take the wheel, you may wonder what lessons you can teach your child about how to drive ... Views:1729
TRAVEL THE WORLD, WITH YOUR FAMILY
International travel has now become very affordable and the whole world is now your oyster. Exposing children to a variety of cultures, cuisines and creating memories is one of the richest things you can do for them.
But perhaps the thought of cranky ... Views:669
Your little one isn’t so little anymore. And with their age also comes increased curiosity and responsibilities--both in real life and on the net. The World Wide Web is a fascinating place, but it’s also somewhere you should tread carefully. Instill in your child the right amount of caution and ... Views:1210
Odds are that your child is not going to go missing. However, in this day and age, you can never be too prepared. Though uncommon, missing children cases happen every day. Being prepared can be the difference in life and death for your child!
The first thing that you should do is contact the ... Views:1085