Politeness is something we are taught to value. We typically praise young children when they “use their manners” and when they choose their words carefully (i.e. “I would like a glass of juice please” verses “I want juice” OR “I feel sad when you say I need a timeout” verses “You’re a mean mom and […]
Navigating Family Conflict: Letting Go
In a culture that heavily projects social ideals and identities, our family can be influential in the development of our dreams and values. Yet, for some, family signifies a sensitive topic. With an array of personalities at play, friction can inevitably create short-term or long-lasting conflict. Everything from the way we make decisions the way we […]
3 Surprising Benefits of Cuddling
Whether you’re cuddling, snuggling or nuggling (ie. naked snuggling…yes it’s a real thing), the benefits are vast. There’s even a tinder-like app called “Spoonr” (formerly “Cuddlr”) that will help you locate some platonic cuddling (I couldn’t make this up if I tried!). Check out all the reasons you should quit arguing over who gets to […]
7 Daily Habits For A Strong Relationship
Despite what cartoon princess movies illustrate for us, relationships are no easy task. As human beings, we eventually fall into rhythms, or habits. The habits we develop can have a huge impact on what kind of marriage we’re going to have. When you think of developing good habits, you […]
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