If you’ve ever felt betrayed by a family member, you’re not alone. In fact, most people, at some point in their life, feel betrayed by family, friends, or a business relationship. When family betrays you, it may feel particularly painful as these are supposed to be the people we can trust most according to most typical expectations. Here are some tips how to deal with a family … [Read more...] about When Family Betrays You
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5 Benefits Of Keeping A Journal For Kids
Growing up, I was a journal junkie. I wrote of my troubles, wonders, heartaches, dreams, gossip, secrets, and daily happenings. For a few minutes each day, I would just write. Whether it was a few lines or few pages, each entry helped me get something off of my chest and kept me from bottling up my emotions. But most importantly, I loved it and it was fun! Below I’ve provided a … [Read more...] about 5 Benefits Of Keeping A Journal For Kids
Self Acceptance Activities For Kids To Help Them Thrive
There is no question that self-esteem and self-acceptance are critical to an individual's happiness. As a mother, I want my kids to strive to always deliver their very best but at the same time, I want them to be able to accept their limitations and feel good about themselves. According to Lorrie Shepard, self-acceptance is "an individual's satisfaction or happiness with … [Read more...] about Self Acceptance Activities For Kids To Help Them Thrive
15 Best Motivational and Inspirational Quotes
It is almost the start of a new year! This is the perfect time for a little inspiration to fill your sails with fresh wind. Here are some of the best motivational and inspirational quotes I could find. I hope these inspiring quotes fill you with renewed vigor, desire, and zest for life! Each new year is a chance to start fresh. Put the past behind you and focus on the … [Read more...] about 15 Best Motivational and Inspirational Quotes
Why Accountability Is Important
I believe that accountability often gets overlooked as one of the truly important qualities that we should all display at home, in family life, and in our places of work. Instead, accountability is a word we often associate with leaders. This is because a good leader always takes responsibility for their actions and the consequences of their decisions. When you consider the … [Read more...] about Why Accountability Is Important
Why Forgiveness Is Important [For Yourself And For Them]
I think forgiveness is an important topic. Lack of forgiveness can turn a person cold inside and make them feel numb to the world or hot inside and angry at the world. Being unforgiven can also be a hard cross to bear. Part of why forgiveness is so important is that it is at the heart of resiliency, love, and healing. Forgiveness is not just for others. Forgiveness is for … [Read more...] about Why Forgiveness Is Important [For Yourself And For Them]
Self-Expression Is Key For Raising Confident Kids
Would you like to raise confident children? Most of us recognize confidence as a sign of positive, healthy trust in one's self and think of confidence as an asset. We aspire to be confident and project confidence because it helps keep us and others from second guessing and doubting. One of the keys to raising confident kids is helping them raise their emotional intelligence … [Read more...] about Self-Expression Is Key For Raising Confident Kids