Being in love feels amazing. And it’s incredibly good for you. New research shows having parents in love is also incredibly good for our kids. Continue reading “Being in Love is Great For Your Kids”
25 Ways to Speak Your Spouse’s Love Language
By: Brittany Ann
Have you ever read The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman? The book was so popular a few years ago that the author went on to publish several additional versions including The 5 Love Languages of Children, The 5 Love Languages Military Edition, and The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace. Continue reading “25 Ways to Speak Your Spouse’s Love Language”
The ‘Gift’ of COVID
By: Robert Garrett
I was recently talking to the Head of Human Resources for a large organisation about their corporate strategy. During our chat she said something that caught my attention, “to be honest, COVID has been a gift”. It was an odd phrase in light of the current state of the planet – over 315,000 deaths globally (at the time of writing) and a significant rise in unemployment and financial devastation. Continue reading “The ‘Gift’ of COVID”
Don’t Just Find Your Tribe, Open the Circle and Let People In
By: Sabrina Peters
I think sometimes we can get so caught up in finding our tribe, our gang, or even our place that we forget Jesus was never exclusive but always on the look out for the lonely, the hurting and the isolated. Continue reading “Don’t Just Find Your Tribe, Open the Circle and Let People In”
Hey Single Girl, How’d You Go On Mother’s Day?
By: Neri Morris
I am surrounded by amazing mothers and I honour and respect each one of them for the way they love and give to their families. Continue reading “Hey Single Girl, How’d You Go On Mother’s Day?”
Is Your Daughter a Victim of Gaslighting?
By: Collett Smart
‘Gaslighting’ means to manipulate a person into doubting their own sanity, through psychological means. It is a calculated tactic which sees the abuser gain more power and makes the victim question their reality. Gaslighting can happen in toxic friendships too, but for the sake of this article, I am referring to romantic relationships. Continue reading “Is Your Daughter a Victim of Gaslighting?”
Helping Your Blended Family Thrive, Not Just Survive
One in five Australians are part of a blended family. Statistically, 30% of the kids in your child’s school class will be part of a blended family. In fact, blended families are one of Australia’s fastest growing family types. Continue reading “Helping Your Blended Family Thrive, Not Just Survive”
How to Deal With Toxic Family Members Biblically
By: Brittany Ann
In this article I’m going to share my best step-by-step advice for learning how to deal with toxic family members Biblically. Before we get there, let’s start by identifying the signs of a toxic relationship. Continue reading “How to Deal With Toxic Family Members Biblically”
50-Something, Single, Childless – And Really Okay With That! Author Donna Ward
By: Laura Bennett
The word ‘spinster’ could, depending on your perspective, make your skin crawl. To be an unmarried working woman with no children is an identity many have traditionally shunned, or been embarrassed by. Continue reading “50-Something, Single, Childless – And Really Okay With That! Author Donna Ward”
How to Help Our Elderly in the Pandemic Shutdown
By: Laura Bennett
The older members of our community are in a pretty difficult position right now. Those over 70 have been all but ordered to stay home to protect themselves from COVID-19, and with all social activities cancelled, the elderly are forced into even greater isolation. Continue reading “How to Help Our Elderly in the Pandemic Shutdown”