Motherhood often brings both deep joy and significant stress. In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure culture, it’s not uncommon for moms to experience persistent anxiety

It’s that time of year when romance is in the air! Guys, are you making plans for a sizzling Valentine’s Day? I want to turn your attention

Today we have a special message from licensed therapist and busy mom, Kristen Weleba, to help you navigate the holidays without becoming overwhelmed...

Over the past eight years, I’ve learned that being a mom is one of the toughest jobs I’ve ever had. The daily challenges can be both overwhelming and demanding.

In 1909 in Spokane, Wash., Sonora Smart Dodd listened to a Mother's Day sermon at Central Methodist Episcopal Church. Dodd's own mother had died 11 years earlier, and her father

If you are looking for ways to better relate to and get connected with your kids, many of the parents I have worked with over the years

I regularly meet with individuals who are often dominated by their fears or influenced by the fears of significant people in their lives,

From the earliest writings, wise humans have found ways to express this fundamental truth: You reap what you sow.

It’s a common scene on the playground: Eric does something that annoys Jacob, so Jacob shouts, “Stop it!”  Eric retorts, “You can’t make me. It’s a free country!”

As women we hold space for different identities throughout our lifetime. Some we are born into and some we step into.

Most couples who come for marriage counseling initially report experiencing very low levels of marital satisfaction.

By far, the number one problem identified by married couples is that they can't communicate effectively. It's actually somewhat hard to believe that

Most people don’t realize just how powerful listening can be, and they often miss out on its valuable benefits.

What about you?

Is your life perfect just the way it is? If so, you can stop reading now.  However, if you’re normal there’s probably something that could be better. 

Do you want to experience fewer “problems” in your life?  Great, keep reading.

I was talking with a couple recently, and

As an American I am mindful of the value of being free. When our nation’s founders signed the Declaration of Independence, they were focused on freedom

In last week's blog post, I discussed the importance of the father’s role in the lives of his children, but what does that mean to you in practical terms?

Last time we talked about the importance of including children in discussions about financial difficulties your family may be facing.

Listen to any news outlet or scroll the headlines on your phone – or just take a look at your bank statement – and it’s evident that finances

As a father of three adult children and three grandchildren who are old enough to talk (and, therefore, old enough to argue) I know a lot about the