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Interviews with family experts, counselors, non-traditional relatives, genealogists, and your Great Aunt Gertrude.

What Actually Matters in Your 20s
I turned 23 recently, and it changed my perspective on life. It usually happens often when you reach a certain age. I wanted to become a teacher when I was 6, a doctor when I was 10, a physics professor when I was 14, and an entrepreneur when I turned 18.
By Bsam Osmanabout a year ago in Families
Not All Kids Love The Holidays
“Mommy, what are we doing today?” My six-year-old questioned me one Saturday morning in December. “We have your soccer in the morning, then library, then a Christmas party at night.”
By miloud ferhiabout a year ago in Families
People Teach Us, They Don’t Hurt Us
People Teach Us, They Don’t Hurt Us In the journey of life, we encounter countless individuals. Some bring us joy, some make us ponder deeply, and others leave us with tears in our eyes. Each of these interactions carries lessons, shaping us in ways we often fail to recognise at first. Frequently, we are quick to declare, "These people hurt me." But, in reality, they are often sent into our lives to teach us something valuable.
By Dipak Pawarabout a year ago in Families
The Concept of Holistic Weight Loss
The Complete Guide to Losing Weight through Healthy Eating 1. Understanding Weight Loss: The Core Principles The journey to weight loss is one of personal transformation, where the focus shifts from simply losing pounds to achieving a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. It's essential to begin by understanding the core principles behind weight loss and healthy eating. Weight loss is not just about reducing body fat—it's about creating a harmonious balance between the food you consume and the energy your body uses.
By EZZEDDINabout a year ago in Families
Building Support Systems: The Role of Family and Friends in Mental Wellness. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Building Support Systems: The Role of Family and Friends in Mental Wellness Mental wellness is a cornerstone of a healthy and fulfilling life. While personal habits and professional therapy play significant roles in maintaining cognitive health, the value of a supportive network of family and friends cannot be overstated. These relationships act as a buffer against life’s challenges, providing emotional support, practical help, and a sense of belonging. In this article, we explore the pivotal role of family and friends in fostering mental well-being and how to build effective support systems.
By Shariq Mehmood Khanabout a year ago in Families
Rediscovery: Reestablishing Yourself After Becoming a Parent. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Rediscovery: Reestablishing Yourself After Becoming a Parent The experience of being a parent is arguably one of the most transformational; it can change your outlook on life long after the kids leave home. From midnight feedings to school runs, bringing children up is a huge contributor to identity shift. In the process, many parents lose track of who they were before their identifiers as caregivers and nurturers became their defining traits.
By Shariq Mehmood Khanabout a year ago in Families
The Pillars of Health: Towards a Comprehensive Understanding of Well-Being. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
The Pillars of Health: Towards a Comprehensive Understanding of Well-Being Health has been known as a negative concept—that is, the absence of disease—but it connotes much more than this. Indeed, the word 'health' refers to physical, mental, and social well-being, bringing dynamism and multiplicity to help us through this sea of complexities and contradictions of modern life. It is relevant to understand and prioritize 'health' in its fullest sense. This article addresses the dimensions of health and how they interlink to generate a comprehensive picture of wellness.
By Shariq Mehmood Khanabout a year ago in Families
Combating the Obesity Epidemic through Employee Health Programs. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Combating the Obesity Epidemic through Employee Health Programs Obesity is a global health menace, affecting millions at large and stressful the health care systems all around the world. As workplace wellness is attaining momentum, organizations are uniquely positioned to address obesity with effective employee health programs that enhance healthier lifestyles, lead to increased productivity, and result in long-term well-being.
By Shariq Mehmood Khanabout a year ago in Families
White House Climate Corps: EPA's New Environmental Justice Program. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
White House Climate Corps: EPA's New Environmental Justice Program We're amped up for the White House Environment Corps, an earth shattering drive that is stirring up ecological activity. This program is set to enormously affect hindered networks while handling environmental change head-on. It's not simply one more government project; it's a unique advantage for youngsters hoping to have a genuine effect in their networks and then some.
By Shariq Mehmood Khanabout a year ago in Families
After a stroke, a British woman speaks Italian when she wakes up.
Despite never having been to Italy, a British woman claims that a stroke gave her an Italian accent and the capacity to speak the language.
By Francis Damiabout a year ago in Families
Here's What Happened When I Committed to Doing 80 Push-Ups Every Day
Aren't you aware that life can be so chaotic at times? It was one of those times when I realized that I could no longer continue doing this. Despite the fact that I was continuously exhausted, out of shape, and battling with worry that simply wouldn't go away, I was functioning on fumes. I knew something had to change.
By Mary Johnabout a year ago in Families
The Ones Who Truly Need Us
"The Ones Who Truly Need Us" Certain people in our lives are nothing short of priceless treasures. Their mere presence becomes a pillar of strength, a foundation upon which we build our sense of security and purpose. These individuals yearn to be an inseparable part of our journey, and their love for us is utterly selfless, pure, and untainted by any expectations. In every word they speak, in every action they take, their care and concern for us shine through.
By Dipak Pawarabout a year ago in Families