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Want to Be a Better Dad? Teach Your Kids How to Manage Their Emotions
Leer en Español Being a parent is one of the most fulfilling and complex experiences life has to offer, filled with joy, challenges, and endless learning. Among the many roles dads play in their...
Three Ways to Bring Back the Fireworks in Your Relationship Without Going to Marriage Therapy
Leer en Español As 4th of July celebrations light up the sky with dazzling displays, they can serve as a reminder of the sparks that once flew between you and your partner. Just like a spectacular...
These Two Habits Will Wreck Your Relationship (and What to Do Instead)
Leer en Español Over the years, researchers have learned a lot about what makes relationships work…and what leads to them falling apart. Some of the most well-known and thorough research in this...
Happy Father’s Day! – The Unique Power of Dads
Leer en Español Father’s Day is coming! In honor of Dad’s special day, we’re delving into the research that illustrates the unique power dads have to impact their children’s lives. This impact...
Outdoor Play Ideas for Summer: Strong Bodies, Strong Brains
Leer en Español For families with school-aged children, summer vacation will be here before you know it. If you are a parent preoccupied with how to manage your kids’ time while they aren’t in...
Moms Matter: 3 Ways Your Mom May Have Shaped Your Life, and How You Can Give Back to Her This Mother’s Day
Leer en Español A note before we start: If you and your mom have a rocky relationship, that’s okay! Moms also make mistakes. This Mother’s Day, you can take the opportunity to reflect on other women...
Fostering Healthy Communication Between Parents and Children: Benefits and Tips
Leer en Español Healthy communication between parents and their children is the cornerstone of strong, reciprocal family relationships. Whether your child is a toddler, a teenager, or a young adult,...
Communication in Marriage: 4 Proven Strategies
Leer en Español Communication is a critical part of healthy relationships. At Healthy Relationships California (HRC), we understand that healthy communication doesn’t always come easily or...
RE Part 2: Relationship Education Makes Family Life Better
Leer en Español Last week, we discussed the basics of Relationship Education (RE)–what it is, the concepts that define the field, and how HRC fits into the wider RE picture. This week, we want to...
Nurturing Healthy Relationships: What Is Relationship Education?
Leer en Español The field of Relationship Education (RE) is a branch of education focused on helping individuals and families to have healthy relationships, and is a vital resource for people...
The Power of Self-Love: Building Stronger Connections in Relationships
Leer en Español Self-love is a powerful force that can significantly impact the quality of our relationships with others. (Remember: "A stronger relationship starts with you"!) Let’s investigate the...
Practical Ideas for Keeping Love Alive after Valentine’s Day
Leer en Español I’ll never forget the first Valentine’s Day my husband and I shared as a couple. I was studying abroad in New Zealand and he was back home in the States. With 7,000 miles and a...