Recent Relationships Articles
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of magical joy, connection and celebration. However, for many women, it can also bring about stress, anxiety and overwhelming emotions. As a mental health professional and the founder of West Michigan Psychological...
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, it can be challenging to navigate discussions about sensitive topics, especially with your children. They may have questions that are difficult to answer, and being honest about what's at stake yet remaining protective of...
Let's be honest: Disney movies have given stepparents a bad rap. From Cinderella to Enchanted, the wicked stepmother is a fairy tale staple. But in real life? Stepparents are simply people who fell in love with someone who already had children—and they're often eager...
Beacon Hill understands the value of true friendship. Its retirement community residents say they are enjoying truly meaningful and rewarding friendships in this phase of life. And whether you're making new friends or keeping old ones, improving the quality of your...
When I was invited to re-explore the topic of women shaming, an idea popped into my head almost immediately. Though a summer ago already, I was still thinking about America Ferrera's monologue in the Barbie movie. If I've lost you here, don't worry. The gist of her...
The conversation around difficult family relationships usually ramps up around major holidays, when we're more likely to be at the table with an array of relatives, all with their own personalities and (often conflicting) beliefs. But, many people—women...
You fall in love, you commit to your partner, the future is bright. All you need is love, right? If I could insert the laughing emoji here, I'd insert loads. Anyone who's been in a long-term relationship knows that going the distance isn't easy. Sometimes, we can feel...
With teen mental health in decline, Wedgwood Christian Services shares seven building blocks that kids can develop to help them build resilience. In a recent presentation at the Economic Club of Grand Rapids, Jonathan Haidt, bestselling author and professor of ethical...
If you've never had a little one (or it's been a while), it can be difficult to know the best ways to celebrate our friends, family members, colleagues or neighbors when they welcome a new baby. Here are a few ideas to show them some love, whether they're welcoming...
Wedding season is on the horizon, and if your big day is coming up in 2024 (or 2025!), it's never too soon to start thinking about it. Weddings are like complex puzzles, and fitting each piece into place is not necessarily for amateurs. What are your need to knows? We...