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Before the divorce: get on the same page

By: Camila Dos Santos, M.Ed. BEFORE THE DIVORCE: Get on the same page about how you will tell the child(ren) and how you will deal with difficult situations about the kids in the future.  It’s crucial for soon-to-be ex-spouses to

Camilia September 1, 2020August 24, 2020 Couples, Fundamental Skills, Parents Read more

Experts predict higher divorce rates after the pandemic

By HRI Program Coordinator, Camila Dos Santos, M.Ed.  The endless stressors couples are facing during the pandemic (such as quarantining, homeschooling,  working from home or not working at all) are increasing the chances for more divorces in a post-pandemic USA. 

Camilia August 31, 2020August 18, 2020 Couples, Fundamental Skills, Parents Read more

Tips for Healthy Relationships in Older Adulthood: 5

Tips for Healthy Relationships in Older Adulthood: 5 Tip 5: Set clear boundaries for all relationships and stick to them.  Setting boundaries in relationships is crucial to keeping those relationships healthy.  Sometimes, even the people we love the most can

Camilia August 28, 2020August 6, 2020 Couples, Friendships, Fundamental Skills, Grandparents Read more

Tips for Healthy Relationships in Older Adulthood: 4

Tips for Healthy Relationships in Older Adulthood: 4 Tip 4: Be open to dating The need for close and intimate relationships with romantic partners doesn’t decrease with age. Getting back into dating can lead to greater connection, intimacy, and support

Camilia August 27, 2020August 6, 2020 Couples, Fundamental Skills, Grandparents, Singles Read more

Life’s deepest meaning…

“Life’s deepest meaning is found not in accomplishments, but in relationships.” – Dr. Gary Chapman These wise words by renowned author and relationship expert, Dr. Gary Chapman, ring true for relationships of all kinds.  When we focus on the people in our

Camilia August 23, 2020August 14, 2020 Couples, Friendships, Fundamental Skills, Grandparents, Neighbors, Parents, Relationship Quotes, Singles, Teenagers Read more

Keep your love alive with the latest HRI E-Book!

Just released: Keeping Love Alive, an HRI E-Book for Couples in Long-Term Relationships   It’s been said that falling in love is easy…staying in love is the hard part. HRI is here to help you keep the love alive with

Camilia August 11, 2020July 27, 2020 Couples, Fundamental Skills Read more

Coping with Stress During Tough Times: Tip 5

Developed by HRI Program Coordinator, Camila Dos Santos, M.Ed. Tip 5: Seek professional help before the stress becomes overwhelming.   Oftentimes, people will wait until a problem becomes a crisis before getting professional help, but it’s important to remember that most

Camilia August 7, 2020July 6, 2020 College Students, Couples, Find Help Fridays, Friendships, Fundamental Skills, Parents, Singles Read more

To be kind is more important than to be right.

  “To be kind is more important than to be right. Many times, what people need is not a brilliant mind that speaks, but a special heart that listens.” – unknown In healthy relationships, kindness and listening are more important than being

Camilia August 2, 2020July 31, 2020 Couples, Fundamental Skills, Relationship Quotes Read more

Starting Conversations for Healthy Relationships: Tip 6

Developed by HRI Program Coordinator, Camila Dos Santos, M.Ed. Taking time to have intentional conversations at the dinner table can be an effective way to connect with one another in a natural way. It is human nature to open up

Camilia August 1, 2020June 25, 2020 Couples, Fundamental Skills, Parents, Teenagers Read more

Starting Conversations for Healthy Relationships: Tip 5

Developed by HRI Program Coordinator, Camila Dos Santos, M.Ed. Having conversations as a family helps to promote open communication amongst all family members, while also helping to build connection and closeness.  Parents who model effective communication for their children are

Camilia July 31, 2020June 25, 2020 Couples, Fundamental Skills, Parents Read more
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