Last fall you had a caller who wanted to build confidence in their young son, and you suggested martial arts with a strong male teacher. Your other comments about the benefits of it for boys got me to wondering... More >>

My parents had been married for 30 years. My dad decided to bail with his honey. He even had enough gall to ask my mom to 'wait for him' in case things 'didn't work out.' More >>

Would I want to know if I were dying? This question took a lot of thought and while I wavered back and forth, I decided... More >>

I'm a divorced father of a beautiful 4-year-old girl. She has truly been a blessing and anchor in my life. Ever since she hit the ground she has given my life new purpose, perspective and humility. More >>

When I get negative thoughts in my mind, I try to hear them and catch them early. It is a battle... More >>

Recently, I was watching morning television as I was preparing to leave for my day when I heard a story that grabbed my attention. More >>

Yes, I stuck around in a relationship because I thought I could change a man. In fact, I married him... More >>

When my niece's boyfriend, (19 years old), died of an undiagnosed heart condition, my 7-year-old son was devastated. He and Matt were great buddies... More >>

So many women lose themselves in motherhood. I call this the "Silent War," the process of slowly fading away from yourself, your interests and your passions without even realizing that it is happening. More >>

A woman's guide to the new frontier of professional development-making the best of the worst situations with other women in the workplace. More >>