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Charles Schulz’s Caring Philosophy: Lessons from the Creator of Peanuts
The following is the philosophy of Charles Schulz, the creator of the 'Peanuts' comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just ponder on them. All you have to do is read it all the way through, and you'll understand the point: 1. Name the five...
Effective Ways to Praise your Kids & Grandkids For Success
We think we’re being wonderful parents and grandparents when we praise children for being so smart. Believe it or not, it doesn’t work. It’s time to consider giving up the “you’re so smart” compliments. Research shows that when you praise kids for being smart, it does...
Dealing with Grief as a Bereaved Parent
There are truly no words to offer someone who has lost their precious child. We found this writing to offer a moment of honoring the depth of pain that truly has no words. A Loss With No Words “Today I wrote a note to a bereaved mother. I wanted to say don’t believe...
Embracing Joy: the Captivating Stories from our #kids and #grandkids
The true magic in our lives are the stories told by our beloved children and cherished grandchildren. Their innocent laughter and boundless imagination illuminate our lives, reminding us of the joy that resides in the simplest of moments. Enjoy this heartfelt and...
Embracing A Mother’s Farewell: The Unforeseen Blessing of A Funeral Director
When my mom died during COVID a few years ago, she didn't want a funeral service she just wanted to be put in a box, no embalming, no nothing. So, I spent some time with a funeral director named Harvey Puckett. Many of you know, I train and facilitate on high-pressure...
Believe in You: How Trusting Yourself is a Skill You Can Master
Within 60 minutes of being born, we draw our heads back, to gaze into the eyes of the one gazing into ours. After a few hours, the infant will move her head toward her mother’s voice. So what’s trust got to do with it? The evidence is impressive: Within one hour of...
Mastering Forgiveness: A Crucial Skill of Emotional Intelligence
Our collective understanding of Forgiveness contains distorted myths that we perpetuate culturally. One of the goal’s of Project Forgive is to educate and dispel all those forgiveness myths! With that said… Forgiveness isn't a moral characteristic or talent. It's a...
Embracing Grief: Navigating the Pain of ‘I Miss You’
We understand that grief and loss is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t make it easier to face and feel. As a matter of fact, grief is one of the most difficult emotions to allow to move through us. Below is a poem by Donna Ashworth that we thought you would...
Unseen Lessons: Honoring Parents for the Inspiring Examples They Set
The influence of family values on personal growth is huge. We consistently experienced unseen life lessons and learned from some of the unspoken behaviors of our parents. This writing appreciates the positive and inspirational qualities exhibited by parents that...
Grandma’s House: The Surprising Sleepover Benefits & Impact On Your Kids’ Happiness
When it comes to cherished childhood memories, few experiences rival the excitement of a sleepover at Grandma's house. Studies show that when children sleep at Grandma's house (and visit!), they tend to have stronger family bonds throughout their life, make family a...
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