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Life Transitions
Life transitions can be especially challenging for relationships and families. You may have been doing great in your relationship or family, but then you started going through a major life transition–such as having a child, moving forward to a new
Taking a Courageous Step!
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We all face challenges in our relationships! Every person is different and unique, so it would be impossible to see eye-to-eye with any other person all the time. Expect that differences in relationships will arise, and reach out for help
The Courage to Ask: Series Introduction
By Christine Murray, HRI Director Can you guess how long the average couple waits from the start of having problems in their relationship to deciding to seek counseling? According to decades of research by noted marriage researcher, Dr. John Gottman,
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By Beth McKinney, Wellness Director, Spears Family YMCA By February, people who made resolutions to exercise and eat healthy are realizing that it’s a commitment that takes effort. Don’t give up! Make healthy living a way of life for
What It Means To Really Unplug On Family Vacation
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By Christine Murray, HRI Director What’s the perfect recipe for summertime family fun, whether on vacation or close to home? Over the last two days, we’ve looked at two key ingredients that researchers have identified as helping children make meaning
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By Christine Murray, HRI Director “Novelty and familiarity, therefore, meant not only a relaxation of normal responsibilities, but also new activities and adventures with more freedom and independence, all within a safe and socially stable environment.” (Hilbrecht, Shaw, Delamere, &
Maximizing Fun on Family Vacation
By Christine Murray, HRI Director As we mentioned yesterday, research tells us that having fun is one of the most meaningful aspects of family vacations for children. Common sense would tell us this, too, in that vacations are often synonymous