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How to Handle Money Matters to Keep a Marriage Going

Money is already a tricky issue of itself but it multiplies a hundredfold when you are married. You’ll have to merge your outlook on finance management, approach to spending, needs and wants with another person who grew up under different circumstances and teachings. That’s why it’s important to learn how to handle money matters jointly with your spouse if you want to have one less strain in the marriage. [Read more…] about How to Handle Money Matters to Keep a Marriage Going

Originally posted on August 23, 2016 @ 1:16 am

Are You Suffering From Childhood Emotional Neglect? [Quiz]

There are many underlying reasons for depression, emotional instability, and maladjustment in adults. One of them is Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), which, while quite common is not widely understood by the average individual – even those who suffer from it.

If you’ve been struggling with depression and other negative emotions for long periods, then you may have experienced emotional neglect as a child.

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Originally posted on June 23, 2016 @ 8:30 am

10 Ways to Become a Better Son or Daughter

In theory, we all know that our parents want only the best for us. They have our best interest at heart, and they will do whatever is in their power to make us happy.

In reality, it is hard to remember this concept. There are many times when our beliefs and wants clash with that of our parents’. While there are many children who have good relationships with their parents, there are just as many who don’t. And even those who are in the former group have their fair share of disagreements.

Bearing our parents’ perspective in mind, perhaps we need to reflect on how we affect them. Do we make them happy? Do we treat them the way we expect to be treated?

In spite of all our differences, perhaps there are compromises to be made, and we can become better at our roles. With Father’s Day coming up, what better time to think about this?

Here are some ways to become a better son or daughter. [Read more…] about 10 Ways to Become a Better Son or Daughter

Originally posted on June 2, 2016 @ 8:30 am

10 Ways to Remember Loved Ones Who’ve Passed Away

Easter is a Christian tradition celebrating the rising of Jesus Christ from the grave, and while this is still the core of the commemoration by many churches worldwide, the holiday has spread out to other festivities. Easter egg hunt, anyone?

It has also become a time for families to get together, much like other major holidays. And, usually, this is the time when loved ones who have passed away are missed most. [Read more…] about 10 Ways to Remember Loved Ones Who’ve Passed Away

Originally posted on March 24, 2016 @ 8:30 am

5 Common Parenting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Parenting may be the best job in the world, but it is not without its pitfalls. No doubt that (most) parents have their children’s best interests at heart, but we can’t deny that even parents with the best intentions can make mistakes – sometimes unwittingly.

Here are some of the most common parenting mistakes and tips on how to avoid them. [Read more…] about 5 Common Parenting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Originally posted on December 29, 2015 @ 8:30 am