Grafting: A Painful but Beautiful Process for Blended Families

By Ron Deal · August 27, 2025

Published in Families, Communication, Discipline, Education, Family Conflict, Family Life, Guest Posts, Marriage, Parenting, Personal Growth, Stress, Values, Well-Being

When people ask me about blended family issues, I give them two words: Ron Deal. I view Ron as the nations top authority on step…

Tuesday Video: Millennial Finances be Like …

By [reposted by] Jim Burns · August 26, 2025

Published in Families, Adult Children, Communication, Culture, Discipline, Education, Emerging Adults, Entertainment, Family Conflict, Family Life, Finances, Parenting

A fun video on how a millennial might deal with finances. Sort of too true in some parts. Enjoy.

A Word to Single Parents

By Jim Burns · August 25, 2025

Published in Families, Adolescence, Communication, Family Activities, Family Conflict, Family Life, Friendships, Parenting, Personal Growth, Stress, Values, Well-Being

A Word to Single Parents When I speak at single parents’ groups, I am reminded of what incredible people single parents are and the extra…

Culture Post: Unstable Surroundings Have Lasting Effects on Youth Well-Being

By Jim Liebelt · August 22, 2025

Published in Families, Culture, Family Life, Mental Health, Parenting, Teen Behaviors, Well-Being

The more unpredictable an environment is for children, the more likely they are to exhibit mental and physical health issues when they hit their teenage and early adulthood years, according to new University of Georgia research.