Children and teens are growing up in a constantly changing and fast-evolving digital world and the tangle of technology’s wires is tightening around them a little more each day. Televisions in doctor’s offices, touch screens on airplanes, tablet cases with …
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“I think I can, I think I can,,,,” Is it time to transform our worldview from one of cynicism and pessimism to a more refreshing outlook full of hope and promise? If that sounds like a good idea, it requires …
Finding Benefit in Life’s Adversities Unlike in a utopia, a mystical paradise on Earth, joy is not confined to a particular place, nor is it the result of any specific life circumstance. It is a by-product of physical, emotional, …
The Choices We Make “Children are messengers from a world we once deeply knew, but we have long since forgotten.” Alice Miller Wholesome environments are creative, playful, natural, inspiring, relaxing, and educational. They are sanctuaries where natural conversation, wonder, …
Minimalism isn’t just about reducing clutter. It’s about focusing on what really matters in our lives. It’s about preparing and eating healthy food, connecting with our families, getting outdoors, and giving children the gift of experiences. These areas are often …
Both children and adults seem to be glued to electronics these days. We are surrounded by smartphones, tablets, television, and video gaming consoles. Results of a study from Preventive Medicine Reports are discussed in this article. “The study showed that …