'Thriving With Kids'
Defining Our Values for Ourselves and Our Family
(Post by RHONA BERENS, PhD, CPCC) In my last post, I discussed how easy it is to assume that we share values with our spouse, only to find out that we have different definitions of the same read more
The Value of Values to Our Relationships & Parenting
(Post by RHONA BERENS, PhD, CPCC) “We share the same values.” Many among us claim shared values with our spouses, me included. That belief is often a bullet-point in our romance-cliff-notes, the story of how we got read more
The Year in Review: Our Relationship & Parenting Wins
(Post by RHONA BERENS, PhD, CPCC) Whenever this time of year rolls around, I feel the tug of the future: What are my New Year’s resolutions? What do I want to invite into my life, my relationship read more
Did Your Relationship Suffer After Kids?
(Post by RHONA BERENS, PhD, CPCC) When it comes to relationships, I’m a research junkie. I love studies about the things that foster and hinder couples’ happiness and fulfillment. Familiarizing myself with the research helps me improve read more
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How to Accept Rejection
You're so right, JP! And congratulations, by the way on the success of
How to Accept Rejection
Thanks, Nina. It's nice to know I've taken the first step and I'm well
How Do You Feel About Retirement?
I don't have a specific age for retiring. I think if I continue to lov
Digging Deep for Truths
I doubt anyone gets through life without a serious case of self-doubt.
Digging Deep for Truths
Thank you for this huge serving of food for thought. I am in the midst