As a mother of 5 children, I've gained and lost around 200 pounds in the last decade. As a Prairie Wife living in the middle of nowhere Wyoming, I had to rely on more than a little grit and grace to find ways to lose all that weight... More >>

Everybody loses, makes mistakes, fails to perform, does stupid stuff, receives criticism, and gets excluded. That's life. We can't make the bad feelings go away, but we can learn to face them without beating ourselves up. Here are some words to give your kids to help them accept the painful facts of life... More >>

We have all had people let us down. Whether it's a spouse, parent, sibling, friend, or child, it can leave you feeling angry, disappointed, and resentful. Here's what to do if someone keeps letting you down... More >>

You might think that trying to rekindle the romance in your marriage is heavy stuff. However, it's actually just the opposite. Getting back the love you once had is pretty easy and pleasant, however, many people are too self-centered, stubborn, or lazy to do what it takes... More >>

...Without understanding natural outcomes, later-age teens can be psychologically devastated when they experience failure. With no tolerance for the emotional discomfort, it is no wonder that their mental health spirals and academic success suffers. Here are some tips to help parents build resilience with strategies that go the distance into adulthood... More >>

...In a world of instant gratification, where there is a pill available to seemingly 'fix' almost anything, it's easy to be lulled into a false sense of security about the future of one's fertility... More >>

...Lots of people are unhappy about their jobs, or complain about their jobs (just ask their friends and family), but the way to fixing the problem seems elusive. There are lots of reasons for that, but the more important thing is to just get started... More >>

Under the guise of helping, caring, loving, and supporting, many parents actually end up doing more harm than good. Here are 5 ways you are unintentionally destroying your child's confidence... More >>

Breaking up with someone is usually an ugly mess and something you shouldn't do unless you're absolutely certain. Playing games with someone's heart and soul isn't only mean - it's damaging. However, if you're sure, here's how to do it right... More >>

Having a confrontation is very difficult for a lot of people. However, you can't sweep problems under the rug and hope they'll magically get better. Here are my tips for confronting someone... More >>