Family
Family dynamics are complex and ever-changing. Our contributors explore the various aspects of family life, from communication and conflict resolution to building strong bonds and supporting each other through life's challenges. Learn how to navigate family relationships, address common issues, and foster a supportive and loving family environment. Learn how to create and maintain healthy family connections.
The Real Reason Why Bedtime Can Be So Hard and What to Do About It
It’s the end of the day and you were kind of looking forward to plopping on the couch with Netflix and looking at your phone again after...
How to Maintain Connection in a Relationship When Parenthood Shifts Priorities
Parenthood is often a beautiful yet overwhelming transition that can leave couples feeling disconnected. As the daily demands...
Is Your Family Safe? – The Rising Rate of Child Removals by Victoria's Child Protection
I dedicated 18 years to Child Protection Victoria, concluding my career as a senior manager in 2024. During this time, we encountered...
Silent Screams and Loud Strength with the Book That Demands to Be Heard
In the vast world of literature, some books are written to entertain, some to inform, and a rare few to challenge, provoke, and transform.
It Takes a Village to Raise a Child but Schools Must Do Their Part as Well
Fatima sat across from me, her face lined with worry. "I’m concerned about Alex," she confessed. "He’s been causing trouble at school.
What Men Wish Women Understood About Emotional Support
Imagine being measured not by your kindness, loyalty, or emotional depth but solely by the size of your wallet. This is the reality for...
ADHD and the Paradox of Time – A World Both Sped Up and Slowed Down
For those of us with ADHD, we experience time in a way that’s paradoxical, sometimes flying by in a blur, and at other times, seconds...
Celebrating Community Champions and Uncovering Hidden Treasures in Twinsburg
Celebrating Black history isn’t just about looking back, it’s also about recognizing and uplifting the figures making history today.
The Journey to Loving Awareness and Finding Community Within and Without
I am loving awareness. Ram Dass. Repeat this several times and see how the meaning begins to shift: I am loving awareness.
5 Musts on How to Balance a Career and Being a Mom
Being a mom is more than a full-time job, and the idea of balancing a career while also being a mom feels nearly impossible.
A World Without Birth
What if we stopped glamorizing parenthood to the birthing people who are pregnant or trying to conceive and instead spoke the truth...
Could Creativity Be Our Superpower for a More Prosperous Life, Meaningful Work, and Thriving Family?
Creativity, for me, is a way of living, thinking, and approaching challenges with curiosity, innovation, and persistence.
Your Children Need You To Be ‘Selfish’
Have you ever felt like being a parent is all you are? You’re constantly being bombarded by tasks; making breakfast, lunch, cooking...
Spending The Holidays With Family – Navigating Joy And Challenges
The holiday season is a time of celebration and connection, but it can also bring unique challenges when it comes to family gatherings.
Family First – 6 Ways To Cultivate Healthy Family Dynamics
Families are like the building blocks of society, shaping how we interact with others and handle life's challenges. Having a healthy...
Mastering Conflict Resolution – Keys To Harmonious Family Gatherings
Family gatherings often brim with joy, laughter, and cherished moments. But let's face it, they can also be hotbeds for tension and...
4 Tips For More Time With Family
In my research about people’s desires and their future visions, which I did for my book ‘Finally Find Freedom’, the most common response...
Memories, Seasons And Time Zones – Navigating Global Family Dynamics
Families provide a sense of belonging and a connection to our past. However, in our increasingly globalised world, families are often...
5 Reasons Not To Work With Family
You love your family, right? Well, mostly. But are they people you want to work with? Here are five reasons why maybe you shouldn't...