Relationships, Editor's Pick

6 Tips to Have a Good Relationship With Your Parents

As you transition into adulthood, your relationship with your parents evolves. Although you become more independent, your relationship with them is still very important.  To keep a good connection with your parents, you and they need to work at it and understand each other. 6 tips for getting along with your parents. 1. Do your ...

Viena Abdon

African American couple with their teenage son.

Heartbreak Healing: Movie Picks to Recover from a Breakup

When your heart is shattered into a million pieces after the breakup of a relationship, sometimes the only thing that can make you feel human again is getting lost in a movie. Curling up on the couch while watching a film that mirrors your misery or inspires hope for the future can be just the ...

Viena Abdon

Young woman curled up on the couch crying.

Farmer Gifts Wife 80 Acres of Sunflowers for Golden Anniversary

In the quiet town of Pratt, Kansas, a heartwarming story captured the hearts of many as farmer Lee Wilson surprised his beloved wife Renee for their golden anniversary. And it’s not just an ordinary flower bouquet and chocolates surprise. Wilson planted 80 acres of land with bright yellow sunflowers, a favorite of his wife. Lee ...

Viena Abdon

A field of sunflowers.

The Soul of the Family: Celebrating the Impact of Mothers

Mothers play an indispensable role within the family unit, shaping the environment in which children grow and develop. Dr. Hong Lan, a psychologist from Taiwan, once insightfully remarked that from an evolutionary perspective, she is the soul of a family. This statement holds profound truth; a mother’s emotional state can profoundly influence the entire household, ...

Max Lu

Mother giving her young son a kiss as she holds him to read a story.

7 Practical Tips for Conflict Resolution in Marriage

Every marriage has its conflicts. After all, you are two people with different backgrounds, different approaches to life, and different reactions to disagreements.  But even though conflicts are inevitable in marriage, how you handle them determines the longevity of your relationship. Developing healthy conflict resolution skills fosters a resilient bond and establishes a blueprint for ...

Nathan Machoka

Happy mature couple walking arm in arm through the park.

Motivating Your Teenager to Exercise: 13 Strategies for Encouraging Healthy Habits

Getting teenagers to exercise in today’s technologically advanced world might be difficult. Adolescents are naturally distracted by social media, video games, and school expectations, so getting them to exercise may often feel like an uphill fight.  On the other hand, establishing lifelong healthy habits in teenagers can pave the way for overall health. Encouraging them ...

Viena Abdon

Young women playing soccer.

The Whys and Hows of Teenage Dating and Romance

At any age, one can feel the whole range of human emotions when they start dating and fall in love. The ups and downs can be dramatic throughout adolescence because everything is more extreme and happening for the first time. Love in adolescence can be a wild ride, with all the hormonal shifts and other ...

Viena Abdon

A young couple dating.

Understanding Rebellious Teenagers: A Guide for Parents

Are you a parent of a teen? If so, you’ve probably dealt with their rebellious behavior and attitudes. Of course, it’s normal for teenagers to act out as they become more independent. There are, however, ways to figure out why they are being so rebellious and set reasonable limits and rules.  This article will help ...

Viena Abdon

A mother berating her daughter.

Why Do People Interrupt? Exploring the Psychology Behind Interruptions

Have you ever been in the middle of telling a story, and suddenly, someone cuts you off and starts sharing their own experience? Or perhaps they introduce a new topic into the conversation altogether? In this situation, which many of us may have already encountered (or have been guilty of doing), the interrupted person may ...

Arianne Ayson

Interrupting falling blocks.

A Tale of Compassion and Connection: The Unconventional Family 

The fabric of family is woven with threads of love, compassion, and understanding. This is a tale of an ordinary man who became an extraordinary part of a family and how his presence transformed their lives. This story revolves around a retired worker, a widowed mother, and her son, who create a beautiful family tapestry ...

Max Lu

Closeup of the hands of a man and woman who are reaching out to each other.