Are You a Family Caregiver? There are many roles you may play in life, and one of them may be as a caregiver for someone you love. You are not alone. Two out of every five adults are taking care of a parent, a spouse, a child, or another loved one. That’s 40% of all [...]
It’s the New Year! Shed an Old Habit and Establish a Higher Good Habit It is said that to change a bad habit, simply head in the opposite direction! That may be easier said than done, but there is a germ of inspiration in this old saying. The secret of transformation lies in realizing [...]
Experiencing the loss of a loved one is always difficult and it can be particularly difficult during the holiday season. During the holidays we realize just how much our lives have been changed by the loss of our loved one. Memories of traditions and togetherness remind us of our loss. Media images and seeing others [...]
DID YOU KNOW? 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the United States have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate Partner. For more information go to http://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/nisvs_report2010-a.pdf According to information provided by the New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV), in a survey of [...]
NOW THAT SCHOOL HAS STARTED…… How are your children doing, and how are YOU doing? One way to find out is to start having family meetings regularly. Too much work, you say? Well, let's list all the ways family meetings can help you and your family to feel connected, supported and encouraged during [...]
“Back to school already..but it’s only August!” Yes, it is that time to prepare for the big back to school event. Just like any other event, planning is the key to success. Here are some tips and ideas to start you on the way to making the first day of school the great for [...]
May is Mental Health Month and you may be wondering exactly what that means for you. It’s actually quite simple. You need to know three basic facts. Your mental health is as important as your physical health. Hundreds of studies have shown the direct connection between them. Don’t spend all your time concerned [...]
Heroes are people we look up to! Heroes are creative, courageous, reliable and resourceful. Heroes never give up on problems---they find a way to make a difference for the better. Parents are everyday heroes who undertake a loving commitment to protect, care for and nurture their child to the best of their ability. You [...]
Alcohol is so commonly used in our American culture that we often become desensitized to its effects on our lives and the lives of those around us. After all, a third of the adult population does not drink at all, and another third drink less than once a week. It is not until we [...]
How Are our Foods and Moods Related? You’ve probably read articles about “happy foods.” In brief, our bodies and minds use good foods as the fuel for all our functioning. As the food goes through our miraculous digestive system - our “gut” - we are on to the business of our day, usually not thinking [...]