Peer pressure

Peer pressure is nothing new - and neither is its potential to be either negative or positive in nature.

John and Kendra Smiley on January 26, 2016

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Navigating youth entitlement

If you find your home faced with more demands and less pitching in, you’re not alone.

Neil Stavem on January 19, 2016

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Building spiritual disciplines in the family

How do you begin to build spiritual disciplines into your family’s schedule when life’s demands seem to pull you in a hundred different directions?

Randy Carlson on January 12, 2016

Homework – the good, bad, and ugly

Some parents believe homework is too stressful and time consuming. Others think it's essential. Check out the "10-minute rule." It may be the answer.

John and Kendra Smiley on January 5, 2016

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Talking to your adopted child about loss

Words of wisdom and practical answers for couples and families considering or actively in the process of adoption.

Neil Stavem on December 28, 2015

5 ways to beat the holiday blues

Beat the holiday blues by using the 5 “C’s” and by sharing them with your loved ones.

Heidi Vermeer-Quist, PsyD on December 21, 2015

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5 ways to combat holiday family angst

Family time over the holidays! Does that idea create an incredible feeling of angst?

Dr. Linda Mintle on December 15, 2015

4 steps to building solid relationships with your extended family

What do you do to ensure solid relationships between your kids and your extended family?

Cara Putman on December 8, 2015

5 reasons teens should wait to date

Embracing singleness during your teenage years doesn’t mean that you give up the desire to find true love.

Debra Fileta on December 1, 2015

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Holidays and hostile teenagers

How can families face the upcoming celebrations with a reluctant teenager?

John and Kendra Smiley on November 17, 2015