By Christine Murray, HRI Director We hope our series this past week has helped inspire you to make healthy habits a part of your relationships and families this year. As we’ve seen all week, getting active together is a great
Resolve to Have Your Family’s Healthiest Year Yet!
By Christine Murray, HRI Director Our goal through the Healthy Relationships Initiative is to promote happy, healthy, and safe relationships of all kinds. We’re passionate about helping people in our community learn new ways to connect and build stronger relationships
The Greatest Gifts
There is no material gift in the world that can compare to the treasure you’ll find in healthy, satisfying relationships with the people who are important to you! Although our official HRI “12 Days of Healthy Relationships at the Holidays”
Making the Holidays Brighter for Others…Together
Even if you’re facing a difficult holiday season this year, know that there are others who are likely facing more grave challenges and difficulties this time of year. Have you ever thought how powerful it would be to join together
Difficult People
Let’s face it–some people are just harder to get along with than others. During the holidays, you may be more likely to spend time with people that are hard for you to be around, as you’re gathering with friends, family,
Conflict during the Holidays
With all the added stress of the holiday season, it’s no wonder that conflicts can arise this time of year. Therefore, it’s important to build up your relationship skills so you’ll be able to address and resolve conflicts before they
Sadness During the Holidays
As we enter this holiday season, things may not be exactly how you’d like them to be in your family or relationships. Perhaps you’re facing strained relationships, grieving the loss of a loved one, or adjusting to a recent relationship
Gift-Giving
As much as possible, simplify the stresses related to giving gifts during the holidays. Many families today feel overwhelmed by the pressure to give so many gifts that they end up overspending and paying for the gifts well into the
Self-Care During the Holidays
Often, as schedules get busy around the holidays, taking care of yourself is the first thing to go. There are so many demands on your time that it’s natural to have less time for things that help you reduce stress
Creating New Traditions
Yesterday, we looked at the importance of keeping up important family traditions that are passed from generation to generation. Whether your family has a lot of traditions already or not, consider new traditions that you might start. These could involve