by Dr Aletta | Jul 3, 2024 | Family Matters, Happiness, Life Matters, Relationships
“Is it too late to elope?” “Baby, we got married three days ago.” “Oh. My. God. We did! We did that!” “Want to get married again?” “Yes, please” Smacky, kissy noises. Fade to white. ***** Two months earlier, our newlyweds were having a rough time. In the throes of... 
by Dr Aletta | May 23, 2024 | Adulting, Family Matters, Parenting
Your Mom calls up from wherever she is and says in a happy, bubbly voice that she’s coming to visit and isn’t it great, she can come next week and stay for a month! You feel panic begin to creep in but you shove it off. You can handle this, your inner voice... 
by Kendal Vaarwerk | Jun 22, 2023 | Family Matters, Parenting, Relationships
Play provides enjoyment, curiosity, excitement, diversion, and allows us to be fun and silly. Beyond the fun and games, play is important! Play allows children to learn about themselves and others, explore their own interests, be creative, and try on different roles,... 
by Kendal Vaarwerk | Jun 13, 2023 | Family Matters, Kids, Parenting
Once upon a time, in a small suburban neighborhood, there lived a young girl named Lily. She resided in a quaint house on Elm Street, where her life was consumed by a whirlwind of structured activities and endless lessons. From the moment she woke up until the late... 
by Dr Aletta | Nov 24, 2022 | Family Matters, Happiness, Life Candy, Life Matters, Self-Care
I thought my life was going pretty well. My business was growing and evolving, I felt like I was really making positive progress with my clients, my adult kids have their life on track and I’ve been enjoying spending time with my husband. The last thing I thought I... 
by Dr Aletta | Feb 17, 2022 | Family Matters, Happiness, Self-Care, Well-Being
This article was inspired by your comments on the article Five Steps to Stop Being the Family Scapegoat. “What is your advice for someone who is a scapegoat living with their parents? I recently finished uni and until I get a job, I can’t move out and support myself.”...
