Did you know that traditions are an important part of a family’s culture? More than just “doing the same thing every year,” holiday traditions create a unique meaning for the holidays that help family members connect, especially across the generations.
Saying No
One of the biggest stressors on families and relationships during the holiday season is how busy our schedules are. It can feel like life starts moving at 100 miles per hour during the holidays, and this can create a lot
Realistic Expectations during the Holidays
A lot of people feel pressure to make things “just right” during the holidays. We all have images in our mind of what we’d like holiday celebrations to be like–Movies, advertisements, and social media all show images of happy, joy-filled
#FindHelpFriday: Guilford County Partnership for Children
This #FindHelpFriday, we’re excited to feature our partners at the Guilford County Partnership for Children! The Partnership helps families with accessing Smart Start funded family support programs for children and families ages 0-5, as well as additional programs in the
12 Days of Healthy Relationships during the Holidays!
The holiday season is here! The holidays can be a wonderful time for sharing experiences and making memories with the people who are important to you–but they also can be stressful on relationships and families. To help you have the
Thankful for You!
Who are you thankful for today? Take some time to let them know, today and any day! We hope you’ve enjoyed learning ways to bring a spirit of gratitude and appreciation into your relationships. Gratitude can have a truly transformative
Do The People You Love Know How Much You Appreciate Them?
Here’s a question that might be a gut-check for some of you: Do the people you love know how much you appreciate them? As you reflect upon how you would answer this question, substitute “the people you love” with specific
5 Ways to Express Your Appreciation
Sometimes, it’s hard to find the words to tell someone how much you appreciate them. HRI is here to help you find the perfect way to express your appreciation for the people you care about this Thanksgiving. Use the sentence
The Power of Thank You Notes
By Christine Murray, HRI Director As children, many of us were taught to send thank you notes after we received gifts for our birthdays and holidays. When I was a kid, most of my notes followed a basic formula: “Dear
Digging Deeper for Gratitude
Yesterday, we looked at the importance of being intentional about noticing things about your relationships and other people that you appreciate. Over time, relationships can fall into routines, so it becomes even more important to dig deeper to discover new