I have recently found myself enthralled in a new dating relationship. Starting a new relationship has its challenges, at times it is fun and exciting and at times it is just awkward. But as I, and others dive into this new dating adventure, it is important to be aware and reminded of what a healthy […]
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Mindful Eating: Revitalize Your Relationship with Food
Stop and think about the last meal you ate today. Try to describe it in detail. What did the food smell like? Do you recall how the food felt in your mouth? How did it taste? Were there specific spices in the food? Was it hot or cold? Were there vibrant colors? Did you chew […]
Co-Parenting Together
Did you know that the way parents talk to and about each other has an effect on their children? If you need help figuring out how to improve communication with your child’s other parent, Ohio State University Extension has Successful Co-Parenting classes offered in several counties in Ohio. Whether parents are divorced, separated or not […]
Change is. . . What you make of it.
All around us, we experience change. I change, you change. The seasons change, the scenery changes, jobs change, the ideas we have and our very attitudes in life change. The real question is: How do we handle the change? When we are deliberate in change, we actively plan and then follow through with action. But […]
Lessons from a Second Grader
As I sit down to write this article, I look up from my computer and see the face of my sweet little girl. She will soon turn 8, and school started two weeks ago. As I make lists and try to prioritize the tasks I need to accomplish, it is apparent that I learn a […]
Teaching Children to Manage Stress
Sometimes we consider stress as only an adult condition but people of all ages and backgrounds, including children face stress. Heading back to school might be exciting for many people. At the same time, it can also be stressful for children as well as adults. Many current studies about the effects of mindfulness practices on […]