Relationships: Relationship Building & Management

Home School Preschool : Help! I Need Ten Minutes to Myself!

Some days you just need your child to work on something by himself. Usually when you're really stressed it's hard to think of activities for him to do.

Here's a list that might be helpful to print out for those occasions!

# Give your child two rolls of pennies and let her put the coins into a piggy bank.

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Lisa Preston, our official Homeschooling Expert

Becoming And Staying Successful In Business

1. Money allows a business to thrive.

Must have a personal financial plan. Determine how much you have to invest, how much you’re willing to risk, and how much you will need to live on during your expansion phase. Consult with a CPA, financial advisor or anyone that helps you w/finances. Be really clear about your commitment and the effort involved.

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Bonnie Ross-Parker, our official Networking Expert

Abusive Relationships - 6 Personal Questions that Show You the Signs of an Abusive Relationship

It's no secret that we see what we project. And when it comes to partner abuse, doing so can have repercussions for all of us.

Prior abuse in one's life can set the stage for misinterpretations of our adult partner's actions, intentions, feelings and relationship to us.

Now this doesn't mean that when one comes from some type of childhood abuse that perceived intimate partner abuse, or even "controlling" behavior, isn't real. As we also know there is a greater likelihood of prior childhood abuse (whether emotional, verbal, physical or sexual) for individuals in adult abusive relationships.

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Dr Jeanne King, Ph.D., our official Abusive Relationships Expert

Finding Mr. or Ms. Perfect

Children's limited experience of life makes them believe that their parents are always good and that adults can always be trusted. Carried over into adult life and love, this way of thinking forms the psychology of the first summit--the first period of our involvement with another when love is experienced as rapturous. Our new partner seems faultless, good in every way.

Terri had felt unloved all her life. When she began a relationship with a man who doted on her and always wanted to be by her side, she thought she had found the "perfect man."

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Dr. Linda Miles, our official Marriage & Family Therapist Expert

Increasing Self Esteem in Children

Parenting is not easy. In the fast paced competitive society we live in, many parents are concerned with their child's self esteem. Building self confidence in children is important, but can there be a wrong way of going about it?

I once met an athletic man I'll call, John. He excelled in a couple of sports. I asked him about another sport. He said he had never played that one, but casually added, "I never try anything unless I know I can be the best."

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Dr. Neill Neill, our official Overcoming Alcoholism Expert

Christian Homeschooling : The Truth about God

Do you ever get overwhelmed by what you think God expects and requires of you? Humanity seems to just get in the way, and that's so aggravating. It seems like He made us human, almost on purpose, so we couldn't do anything He required at all.

Rules, laws -- so many of them. Even when trying my hardest, I still mess up and forget some of the biggies. It lends a feeling of pure hopelessness.

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Lisa Preston, our official Homeschooling Expert

Thrivers, Survivors and People in Recovery

We meet people everyday who have recovered or are in recovery from a major life changing event. Some deem themselves as survivors, and some just positively live their lives looking forward to the future (a thriver). What are the differences between a thriver, a survivor and a person in recovery?

A thriver is someone who grows vigorously, flourishes, or realizes goals despite circumstances. Thrivers are active agents in creating their futures. They look forward to an ever better future. They have a knowing that when setbacks come, they will land on their feet.

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Dr. Neill Neill, our official Overcoming Alcoholism Expert

A mission: Workplace Passion

If you are going to pursue anything, why not give 100 percent of yourself in the process? Is there any other way to achieve results and satisfaction?

"PASSION: A Powerful force that cannot be stopped." Moliere

One life. One lifetime and one on-going journey to make a difference. Just stop to consider the possibilities! For those who are fortunate enough to be passionate about their life and livelihood, their day to day journey is filled with excitement, anticipation and reward. If you are going to pursue anything, why not give 100 percent of yourself in the process? Is there any other way to achieve results and satisfaction?

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Bonnie Ross-Parker, our official Networking Expert

Healing from Emotional Abuse - The Best Stress Release for Domestic Abuse Survivors

Why is wakeful rest more restorative than ordinary unconscious rest of a traditional nap? The answer to this question could change your life if you put into practice its message.

You know how sometimes a daytime nap leaves you feeling like a slug upon awakening, whereas other wakeful rest enlivens you upon your return to ordinary activity. You may have had this experience.

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Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D., our official Abusive Relationships Expert

Make Time For Your Most Important Client

One of my oft-repeated 'mantras' is that the most important job of every business owner is to market their business. When I ask entrepreneurs about their biggest challenges, one of the most common things I hear is, "I just don't have the time to do marketing!"

How do we find the time to do what is THE most critical element in the continuing success of our companies?

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Nancy Gerber, our official Marketing 101 Expert