So, what makes for a resilient kid? There are four basic skill sets – independence, problem solving, optimistic outlook and social connection.
The Rewarding, Frazzled Life Of The ‘Constant Parent’
Being the constant parent, you are taken for granted, you are expected to perform on cue, and there are no sick days. But the reward is something money can’t buy.
5 Key Elements That Lasting Relationships Must Have
Whether you are in a relationship currently or in pursuit of one, reminding yourself of these five elements will ensure that your partnership remains healthy and strong forever.
How Extended Family Can Help Build Bonds With Your Stepchildren
Blending stepchildren into your family can be challenging. Your extended family can help.
You Can Do It! 5 Tips for Becoming Friends With Your Ex
Divorce doesn’t have to be a death sentence for friendship.
Co-Parenting in 4 Easy Steps
After divorce, it pays to work on your relationship with your ex—for the sake of your kids.
When Respect Is Replaced by Contempt Divorce Is Right Around the Corner
The coffin-nail for a marriage isn’t necessarily an affair—it’s contempt.
8 Reasons Women Cheat: This May Surprise You!
One in seven women are unfaithful to their partners (and about one in five men). The real reasons women cheat are not what you’d expect.
CoParenting: It Doesn’t Have To Be Difficult!
You may not like your ex, but you can figure out a respectful way to coparent your kids.
3 Tips For Negotiating Special Events With Your Ex And Kids
Holidays and events for divorced parents can create a moment of panic. Inevitably the first thought is: do I have my kids that weekend? Lisa Bien gives some helpful tips to use as you navigate around the possible landmines and make it easy on everyone to have your child attend the events.
5 Signs I Missed When I Dated a Sociopath
Will the real sociopath please stand up … so I can run away?!
A Discussion About ‘Split,’ for Kids of Divorce (and Their Parents) by Ellen Bruno
Ellen Bruno discusses ‘Split,’ a film about how divorce affects kids.
5 Things You Will Regret as a Divorced Parent
Getting divorced may be the best or the only choice you can make, but some regrets may come into focus in hindsight.
Psychopaths and Sociopaths: Do You Know the Difference?
Psychopaths and sociopaths are different—and also more common than you think.
5 Important Strategies for Dealing With a Passive-Aggressive Ex
Silence, withdrawal, sniping, and forgetting things are all passive-aggressive ways of engaging in conflict. Here’s how to handle it. ___ By Rachelle Although it takes two to resolve conflict, a divorce provides endless opportunity for conflict to continue. Even if your divorce finalized years ago, anger and resentment may show through small (or large) acts…
4 Ways to Measure the Sincerity of an Apology
How do you know whether the person apologizing means it?