My parents divorced when I was 5 years old, and I was 'asked' at that age which parent I wanted to live with. Unfortunately 'both' was not an answer... More >>

Life is fast-paced and filled with distractions and stressors. Read these 10 tips on how to stay sane... More >>

Speaking from my own experience regarding inheritance, in most cases you are better off leaving it to charity! My husband's parents left everything to his two sisters, both alcoholics. More >>

Part of anxiety is genetic and some of it is learned. Many parents are so concerned about their kids never feeling hurt, embarrassed or uncomfortable that when they have to face something on their own in the world, they can't cope. More >>

When my niece's boyfriend, (19 years old), died of an undiagnosed heart condition, my 7-year-old son was devastated. He and Matt were great buddies... More >>

I am commenting to your subject of self-harm. I have engaged in self harm in the past. It is an issue I still struggle with. I have not cut since February 1, 2013... More >>

Recently I had serious surgery. Friends jumped as soon as they heard of this and wanted to come over to visit and bring me dinner. But as soon as they got through the door, they started right in on their OWN surgeries from 20 years ago! More >>

When illness strikes someone, family and friends visit to give comfort, usually sharing their own illness miseries. But instead of cheering you up, their woes only increase your stress. More >>

I called you last week as one of my 14-year-old daughter's close friends had told my daughter she was having suicidal thoughts. You told me to drive straight over to the friend's house... More >>

A parent's remarriage is not only extremely tough on minor kids, but it's a touchy subject for adult children as well. Be it death or divorce, you may feel like you're still grieving the loss of your mom or dad while your other parent has simply moved on. More >>