COVID-19 is not the only public health threat we should be worried about—loneliness is one as well. So how can you cultivate your social well-being while avoiding infection? People often blame technology for the prevalence of loneliness, pointing out that we spend too much
How to foster better working relationships even when you’re quarantined
Two professors at the Kellogg School of Management say the loss of routine and a sense of normalcy can result in disconnection and amplify distance into isolation. Here’s how to put different rituals in place to connect. With the majority
5 Simple Ways to Strengthen the Friendship in Your Marriage
“True friends are never apart; maybe in distance, but never in heart.” This quote rings true for couples. We all want to know the secret to making love last, but what if it was as simple as just being your
Steps to Ease Dinner Stress for Stepfamilies
Some of the most intense challenges for stepfamilies unfold at the family dinner table. In a stepfamily, the deepest bonds are typically those between the parent and his or her children, not between the stepparent and stepchildren. The parent-child relationship
30 Ways To Stay Connected With Your Teen
Parents of teenagers frequently tell me that they no longer know how to connect with their children. So I asked Elyse Suter, who had recently graduated from college and was working as my assistant, to help me write an article
Why Personal Time is so Important for Your Happiness
19 Ways To Keep Your Baby or Toddler Happy During Diaper Changes
MOST little ones go through stages of hating diaper changes. Unless you have the rare child who is uncomfortable in wet diapers, then he has no incentive to want a diaper change. Your son is old enough to want to
Dealing with Loneliness and Shyness
Are you shy and self-conscious in social situations? Do you feel isolated and lonely, but unsure how to connect with others? It may feel like you’re the only one, but the truth is that lots of people struggle with shyness