A little bit of skepticism and paranoia is healthy. It's what keeps you alert and aware of bad things that could happen and protects you from being victimized and preyed upon. However, too much negative thinking can be just as enfeebling as walking around with pure naivety. More >>

Most of us have experienced some level of resentment at one point or another in our lives. Resentment can spiral out of control, fester in our lives and begin to take over our thoughts, actions and even our wellbeing. More >>

Parents desperately want to communicate with their kids. But few know how to get a tight-lipped teen to open up. The result is a dead-end "chat" that leaves both parent and child feeling disconnected... More >>

I have been married for 3 years and it has been tough: my husband works abroad for 2 months at a time. Due to jet lag and exhaustion of working 2 months solid without days off... More >>

I have a friend on Facebook who always posts 'famous' people's quotes that verify her unhappiness in life. I usually sigh, and move on. More >>

I was lucky to find one of the last real men. I am so surprised how many mothers don't even consider staying home with their babies. More >>

Something you said recently changed my life. It was about discipline. You said, in regards to not eating a cookie, for example, that most people look at it with the loss... More >>

We live in rural area where my husband farms. A local firefighter and his wife opened up a CrossFit gym in their farm shed. Our son began crossfit with them... More >>

The Secrets of Happy Families answers the questions countless parents are asking: How do we manage the chaos of our lives? How do we teach our kids values? How do we make our family happier? More >>

My daughter and I have had a challenging relationship since before she was even born. She arrived two weeks late and I learned quickly she would only do things when she was damn good and ready... More >>