When you’re interested in a woman, compliments about eyes are a charming way to move a conversation beyond trivial topics. In the first stages of flirting, you don’t have much information about her personality or accomplishments. However, we can all see each other’s eyes, and they are an acceptable physical feature to discuss. If you…
One of the common complaints I hear from women is how confusing the “stages” of dating are these days. “There was no swiping, sexting, or dating more than one person back in my day.” “You’d go on a date, and if you had a good time, it was just assumed you were in an exclusive…
We live in a VERY serious world, don’t you think? We have a million responsibilities, bills, and activities to coordinate. Sometimes, it’s so dang hard to just SIT and CONNECT with those you love. But have you ever watched your children play? Isn’t it breathtaking how truly in the moment they can be? How given…
People often ask me how I remain confident and steadfast despite the many challenges I have faced and continue to experience on my path to success. I believe my courage and resilience come from viewing my life as a story unfolding, full of highs and lows and unexpected detours, but with a guaranteed happy ending…
Dr. Gail Gross, Ph.D., Ed.D., M.Ed., a member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and member of APA Division 39, is a nationally recognized family, child development, and human behavior expert, author, and educator. Her positive and integrative approach to difficult issues helps families navigate today’s complex problems. Dr. Gross is frequently called upon by…
As parents, one of your main responsibilities is to make sure that your kids are prepared for the real world, and that they are going to be responsible adults. In today’s world, this can be more challenging than ever, but it certainly isn’t impossible. In fact, there are many life skills you can teach your…
Photo: www.aviva.ie In Ireland we have a saying; “Go n-éirí an bóther leat”. It is the Irish equivalent of “Have a good journey” or “Bon voyage”. But translated literally it means “May the road rise to meet you”(and if you want to go all out with the good vibes you can continue with “And may…
Be engaged in your mission — be outspoken. Again, this goes back to the importance of mission alignment. If your core values and mission are not within the very fabric of everything you do then how can you expect others to buy in? Be your own best advocate and do the work to ensure your mission is…
Girls’ and young women’s achievement in mathematics and science is on par with boys and young men. Yet, underrepresentation and lack of positive role models make STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) careers especially difficult and unwelcome to women. Negative gender-based experiences, such as sexual harassment, gender-specific mistreatment, are more likely to affect women in STEM…
We’ve heard of triggers, but a term for their opposite — “glimmers” — has been trending recently. Glimmers are small, positive moments that spark joy and make us smile. The term was coined by clinical social worker Deb Dana, who explains that glimmers prompt our nervous system to feel calm in the moment. And recognizing…
