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Dr. Liz Hale
Why the Silent Treatment Hurts
Feeling left out, or even being ignored, isn’t a fun experience. It feels childish, and can be hurtful. But there is much more to why the silent treatment hurts. Ostracism or exclusion have been studied for decades. While the silent treatment may not leave physical scars it can cause pain that is deeper and lasts […]
Continue readingThe Sleep Divorce: How it Affects Your Marriage
We put out a poll on Facebook asking viewers if they sleep in a separate bedroom from their spouse. Most don’t, but some couples do sleep in different beds. Most couples sleep in the same bed, but others don’t for many reasons. After polling the audience, we asked Dr. Liz Hale how sleeping in separate […]
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Parent Pillow Talk: Questions to Ask Before Bed Time Story
Every family has their bedtime routine. Jammies, brush teeth, bedtime story, or whatever works in your house. Your children’s bedtime isn’t just the transition from daytime to nighttime. It’s a sacred window that’s perfect for deepening your connection. Plus, when you and your kiddos know what to expect each night you will both be able […]
Continue readingBe a Pro-Marriage Parent for Your Millennial Children
More and more millennials are putting off marriage until later in life. A big influence on these young adults’ view on marriage is your own example. Let’s talk about how you can be a Pro-Marriage Parent for Your Millennial Children.
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Change Up Thanksgiving Table Talk
The whole family is together on Thanksgiving, so creating deeper connections is an important part of the day. Thanksgiving dinner constitutes a lot of different scenarios: small groups, large group, in-home, at a restaurant, in-laws, out-laws, no laws. The questions posed to each other can change according to the dynamics of the people around the […]
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