Family Life

Being a parent is hard work and takes a lot of patience and energy on your end. Some days may be harder than others and some moments might truly test your ability to regulate your emotions and feelings. If you want to put your best foot forward as a parent then you need to take good care of yourself. Pexels One important aspect you simply can’t overlook or put off is getting a hold of your stress. These are some practical ways to reduce and manage parental stress so that you can remain in control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Exercise & Break A Sweat   One practical way to reduce and manage parental stress is to exercise and break a sweat. Get in…

No matter what we are trying to do, sometimes we can feel the pressures bubbling underneath us. Ensuring that we can control this tension that can easily turn into anger is not an easy thing. This is why you have to learn how to control your anger. Here are some things you can try. Pexels – CC0 Licence Relaxation Practices Many parents have their own ways to calm down in a moment when things seem incredibly overwhelming. Some parents have to focus on their breath, some parents use positive mental imagery to take them away from the situation, but a lot of parents are now using CBD products. Products such as CBD ingestibles can do a lot to help you calm down, as long as…

Summer is well underway. And while it offers fun in the sun, there are also many real dangers. So, here are some simple ways to keep your family safe in a heatwave.  Little girl applying sunscreen at the beach – Image Courtesy of Pexels Keep Your Home Cooler   A heatwave is when there is excessive heat from the sun for a specific period. And when a heatwave happens, many people love nothing more than to get outside and bask in the sun. But the sun is dangerous to you and your family. Therefore, it’s vital to take breaks and keep yourself cool. Popping inside your home now and then is a great way to break up the onslaught of UV rays and intense heat….

As a parent, you will always want to do your best with the upbringing of your children. From providing them with the best food, education, and entertainment to ensuring good health and behavior, parenting pursuits never seem to end. But it is easy to overlook the spiritual goals of parenting amid the materialistic ones. However, you must do your bit for the spiritual growth of your children to make them complete individuals. The best way to do it is by disciplining them from an early age. But most parents fail to understand the basics of discipleship in the family. Here is the best parenting advice you can follow to disciple your kids during their growing years. Read God’s word Reading God’s word is the best…

Parents work their whole lives to provide their kids with the best amenities. The high tuition fees, living costs, and daily expenses make it difficult to plan for the future, especially in states like Calgary. Therefore, as kids, it becomes our responsibility to help our parents plan their retirement well. It includes the discussion about where they will be living, how they will manage their finances, and what will be the major source of income to keep up with their expenses. This article cites some tips to help you plan your parent’s retirement.  Talk things out To begin with, you should sit and talk to your parents about the importance of making a retirement plan. According to studies, 21% of parents in Canada do not…

At times, it may seem as though everything in your life is going wrong, including your employment, personal relationships, and physical and mental health. You are sad because you are not realizing your potential or attaining your ambitions. First of all, be aware that you are not alone; this happens to everyone.   Additionally, keep in mind that you have the power to alter the course of your life. You are capable of improving. It will take a lot of effort, bravery, and grit, but if you persevere and have faith in yourself, you will succeed in your endeavors and become the finest version of yourself. (Image credit) We constantly seek ways to improve ourselves and support our own growth. It can be difficult to…