Soon the holiday season will be in full swing. There will be presents to buy, special treats to bake, and parties to attend. While many of the parties will be filled with good cheer and laughter, some will seem more like funeral wakes - complete with morose faces and mumbled greetings. If this sounds familiar, then take the time to read this post. Learn a few tips on how to survive a less than perfect family celebration.
Reject Emotional Blackmail
The first key to survival involves stopping emotional blackmail in its tracks. In essence, don't let yourself be bullied. For instance,
People Pleasers, Listen Up
by Lori Sciame June 3rd, 2015 | RelationshipsAs I sorted through piles of my deceased mother's papers yesterday, I came across a quote that she had written down as she lay dying. "I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody." What a true statement, especially when it comes to healthy relationships. In order for any relationship to be successful, one must be true to himself or herself, and never become just a "yes" man (or woman).
After an Internet search, I found that this intriguing quote can be credited to actor/comedian Bill Cosby. Many
Cold Weather – Warm Relationships
by Lori Sciame February 19th, 2015 | Relationships
Now that it's mid-December, winter weather looms on the horizon.  With frigid temperatures and copious amounts of snow due soon, people living in the northern part of the United States will be forced to stay home due to school and work closings. Plan now to use this precious "found" time to work on something important.  What I'm suggesting is simple.  Use snow days as a way to reconnect with your children.  Read on to learn fun ways to build warm relationships on cold days.
Roughing it Together
Many times heavy snows coupled with vicious winds will cause power outages. Â If forced to
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Roughing it Together
Many times heavy snows coupled with vicious winds will cause power outages. Â If forced to
Team Baby
by Lori Sciame November 2nd, 2014 | Health Observance, Relationships
The time to think about having a healthy baby begins long before conception. The mother-to-be must give up bad habits, must be in good physical condition, and she must consume a nutritious diet before she becomes pregnant in the first place. But women aren't the only one in the relationship who needs to prepare. Dad needs to jump on board "team baby" as well.
Bad Habits = Bad Outcomes
The quickest way to ensure a baby will not be born healthy: keep smoking, and drink as much alcohol as you want. This goes for BOTH mom and dad. Studies prove that
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Bad Habits = Bad Outcomes
The quickest way to ensure a baby will not be born healthy: keep smoking, and drink as much alcohol as you want. This goes for BOTH mom and dad. Studies prove that