When COVID impacted us all over one year ago, many of us could never imagine getting used to our remote routines, but now, Zoom meetings, Facetime dates, and virtual happy hours have become a staple of everyday life. We’ve adjusted
Upcoming HRI Events in May!
The Healthy Relationships Initiative is springing into Spring with two great training programs! On May 11, join us on Zoom from 9AM-11AM for our Journey of Foster Parenting training program. Participants will hear from foster parents as they discuss their
Marriage is Not About Age
“Marriage is not about age; it’s about finding the right person.” – Sophia Bush There is no right age or time to get married or have a long-term committed relationship. Regardless of your timeline, what is most important
5.14.21 | Responding to Family Violence: Best Practices for Mental Health Professionals
Presented by Dr. Christine Murray, Director of the Center for Youth, Family, and Community Partnerships and the Healthy Relationships Initiative, this training will provide an introduction to best practices for responding to family violence for mental health professionals. Topics covered
Back Burner
The Ingredients for a Healthy Relationship
The Ingredients for a Healthy Relationship By HRI Director, Dr. Christine Murray Imagine you’re baking some cookies. As you prepare the cookie batter, you may change a few things up a bit in the recipe–who doesn’t like a few extra
Give Out Love and Let Love In
“The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” – Morrie Schwartz, Tuesdays With Morrie When we experience healthy relationships of all kinds, we experience the joys of life
Relationship Affirmations to Start the Day
An important part of having healthy and happy relationships is to maintain a positive view of your relationships, especially when times are tough or relationships are strained. One way to practice this reframing of your relationships is to practice daily
4 Practical Steps for Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships
Boundaries often have a negative connotation, but when we use them appropriately, they can help us to strengthen our relationships and experience healthier, happier, and safer relationships overall. Today, we’re sharing 4 practical steps for setting healthy boundaries in relationships
Defining Happy Relationships
In addition to being safe and healthy, happy relationships are joy-filled. Happy relationships offer people a nurturing source of care and support. Use these questions to help you gauge your relationships for happiness. Where can they improve? Where are they