Focus on the Family Archives

Handwritten Note a Lovely Gift During the Christmas Season

December 09, 2018

Suicide Now the Second-Leading Cause of Death Among Teens

December 02, 2018

Parents: Don't Throttle Your Sons' Competitive Spirit

November 25, 2018

Routines and Timing Will Keep Kids Out of 'Fatigue Whirlpool'

November 18, 2018

Comfort, Don't Criticize, When Kids Have a Bad Game

November 11, 2018

Take Time to Recover After the Breakdown of Your Marriage

November 04, 2018

Dad Apprehensive About Showing Affection for Growing Daughter

October 28, 2018

Friend's Assertion That Affairs Can 'Spice Up' Marriage Is Wrong

October 21, 2018

Having Too Many Rules Sets Children Up for Failure

October 14, 2018

Fall in Love Again by Making Your Spouse a Constant Priority

October 07, 2018

Couple Mulling Whether to 'Take the Plunge' and Have Kids

September 30, 2018

Staying Active and Connected Are Key to a Healthy Retirement

September 23, 2018

Teen Daughter's Mood Swings a Phase She'll Soon Outgrow

September 16, 2018

Let Your Kids Discover Their Own Hobbies

September 09, 2018

When Trying to Lose Weight, Look for Support From Ones You Trust

September 02, 2018

Blended Families Take Time to Build Lasting Connections

August 26, 2018

Mom and Dad Irritated by Kids' Overly Indulgent Grandparents

August 19, 2018

Being a Good Parent Not About Fate, But Choices

August 12, 2018

Parents Worry That Adult Son's Choices Reflect Poorly on Them

August 05, 2018

Carve Out a Few Moments Every Day to Connect With Your Teenagers

July 29, 2018

Social Media Posts Don't Necessarily Reflect a Family's Reality

July 22, 2018

Avoid Spending Temptation When Going Shopping With Your Kids

July 15, 2018

Reaching Out to Someone in Need Can Help Ease Our Own Struggles

July 08, 2018

Social Media Not the Place to Address Conflicts With Others

July 01, 2018

Let Your Kids Work Through Their Problems on Their Own

June 24, 2018

Secure, Confident Children Come From Marriage-Focused Homes

June 17, 2018

The Adoption Journey Begins With a Commitment for Life

June 10, 2018

'I'm Sorry' Still Two of the Hardest Words to Say

June 03, 2018

Facing Major Transitions With Positivity Can Help Us Thrive

May 27, 2018

Learn How to Live Within Your Means to Achieve Sense of Peace

May 20, 2018

Look for Small Moments to Share With Your Kids

May 13, 2018

Instant Gratification Weakens Our Character

May 06, 2018

Taking Occasional Breaks Can Bring New Levels of Fulfillment

April 29, 2018

Couples Sometimes Must Look Back in Order to Move Forward

April 22, 2018

Mirror Your Kids' Personality Traits to Connect With Them

April 15, 2018

Budgeting Disagreements Can Be Source of Woe for Newlyweds

April 08, 2018

Avoid the 'Crazy Ladder' When Fighting With Spouse

April 01, 2018

Parents Can Still Offer Guidance After Kids Leave the Nest

March 25, 2018

Consider These Tips When Caring for an Elderly Family Member

March 18, 2018

Difficult Toddler Stage Often Discourages Exhausted Parents

March 11, 2018

Schedule Family Meal Times to Stay Close to Teenagers

March 04, 2018

Supporting Someone Going Through a Difficult Time Can Be Tricky

February 25, 2018

Woman Has Nagging Feeling That She's 'Just a Mom'

February 18, 2018

Deciding When to Start Having Kids Can Involve Many Factors

February 11, 2018

Husband and Wife Become Enemies in Times of Conflict

February 04, 2018

Try Conversational Activities to Improve Family Communication

January 28, 2018

Grandparent Worries That Son Is Too Busy for His Kids

January 21, 2018

Keeping Marriages Together Is Key to Combating Poverty

January 14, 2018

Husband Isn't Pulling His Weight With Childcare Duties

January 07, 2018