The holidays are a wonderful time and for some families, it may be the only time everyone is together. And if you can’t get together in person, you can consider getting together virtually with Zoom, Skype or Facetime. Having multiple generations together can make the holidays an ideal time to have some estate planning discussions. […]
Skills to Develop for Better Relationships
Healthy relationships help us meet our basic needs. How can this be? Matthew Lieberman, a UCLA neuroscientist, explains it perfectly in his TED talk. He gives an example that infants and young children rely on crying to pull at the heartstrings of an adult capable of providing them with food, water and shelter. With this […]
Tips for Being a More Mindful Father
Fathers encounter a lot of double standards in our culture that may make fathering mindfully a bit challenging. Men are stereo-typically expected to be the breadwinners for the family, to not show weakness, and to fix whatever problems arise. At the same time, fathers are expected to be present, loving and involved in their children’s […]