latestJuly 19, 2020

Preparing For Your Future

Q: As a 50-something single woman with no immediate family (I never married), the past few months of forced isolation have really ramped up my concern about how I'll cope as I age. I worry that no one... more

July 12, 2020

Effective Parenting Is About Balance

Q: Like a lot of parents, I guess, the shutdown this year has really stretched my wife and me regarding how we each interact with our kids. She tends to emphasize the rules; I'm more easygoing. What's... more

July 05, 2020

Help Is Available For Addiction

Q: My spouse's substance abuse and drug addiction has had a devastating impact on our marriage and family. I feel as if I've just about reached the end of my rope. Help!... more

June 21, 2020

Make Your Plans Before It's Too Late

Q: As a single woman, how important is it that I have a will? Is this something I should be concerned about?... more

June 07, 2020

Desire for Money Often Leads People Astray

Q: My financial portfolio has taken a huge hit in recent months. I'm trying to keep a good perspective; after all, "money is the root of all evil," right? But I'm still struggling with the idea that e... more

May 17, 2020

Giving Your Relationship Extra Care

Q: I'd say my marriage is healthy overall. Still, being closed up together in recent weeks has shown we have some work to do. My husband and I both want to grow from this time and improve our relation... more

May 10, 2020

Keeping Up Relational Momentum

Q: I'm usually so busy with work that I'm not around my children that much. They're used to Dad not being home. But being "stuck" home together these past weeks has reminded me that they're really fun... more

May 03, 2020

Helping Kids Navigate Current Events

Q: The past couple of months have been so hard for everyone. Beyond the immediate thought of "just get through it," I'm struggling to grasp a lesson out of this time. What's your take?... more

April 26, 2020

Tips For Grandparents Raising Grandkids

Q: Do you have any advice for an older couple who have long-term custody of their grandchildren? Our two young grandkids are living with us and probably will be for some time.... more

April 19, 2020

Drench Your Marriage With Love

Q: I know several couples who have gotten divorced when we all thought they were perfectly matched. But others have stuck together when I thought there was no way they would. Why do you think some mar... more

April 12, 2020

Handle Conflict in a Healthy Way

Q: I try to avoid conflict, especially with my spouse. But we still argue sometimes. It makes me worry and wonder if this is a sign our relationship is struggling. What's your take?... more

April 05, 2020

Tips For Dealing With Anxiety

Q: My wife struggles with anxiety. I try to help her, but it's wearing both of us down. I get to the point where I don't know what to say, and sometimes I think anything I do say will be wrong. Do you... more

March 29, 2020

Helpful Guidelines for Healthy Humor

Q: Many of our friends find amusement in things that I personally consider offensive -- movies, TV shows, jokes, etc. We want to enjoy the lighter side of life and encourage laughter in our home but d... more

March 22, 2020

Teaching Perseverance Is Key

Q: My approach to parenting has basically been to let my kids try an activity, and if they don't like it, we just go on to something else. Some of my friends have told me they don't agree. What's your... more

March 15, 2020

Ways to Shift to Positive Thinking

Q: I am SO sick of all the negative news in the world. Day in, day out -- it never ends. I'm trying to find ways to shift my thinking to positive things. Can you offer any suggestions?... more

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