You may have heard it said that marriage and parenting is about compromise, but today I’m offering a new perspective. Marriage and parenting is about collaboration. Your partner is not an opponent, they are your teammate, and you are working together to raise your children as best you can. For many families, the challenges that they face…
Second-chance hiring is the hiring of people who have formerly been incarcerated. For the millions of men and women coming home from prison, finding a job is one of the biggest fears they are facing. But it is not simply a practice that “sounds good” from an ethical standpoint. It also offers very real benefits.…
Every family has felt the impact of the past year. With costs of goods and essential services on the rise, it is important to take stock of your finances and make sure you are saving money in places you can. For many families, it can be challenging to think about saving money. Here are some…
Society has always had a need for innovative businesses and creators. In fact, more than ever, there are opportunities for you to create your own business or work part-time as your own boss. As you are reading this, you may be thinking to yourself, I could never be my own boss. Perhaps it’s the fear…
For the over 2 million families that are incarcerated in the United States, finding the time, resources, and effort to keep in touch can be difficult. Although it may seem challenging, there are more ways than ever to stay connected with your loved one in prison. Here are a few ways to stay connected.
Leadership means making tough decisions. Whether you are a parent, boss, teacher or a business owner, there will be times where you need to make decisions about hard things. It requires seeing the big picture and doing what needs to be done for everyone involved.
There are so many reasons to create your own home garden. Although, for many, having a full operation is not realistic or sustainable. As you begin your summer plans, here are a few simple things you can do to start your very own indoor garden.
For the millions of families who have a loved one in prison, it can be a challenge to make positive memories. From the obstacles that come with visits, to the challenges of keeping up with each other’s lives, it can be discouraging to stay connected with your loved one in prison.
No one goes into a relationship looking to be hurt. In fact, most people that find themselves in toxic or even abusive relationships might even say they saw the warning signs but didn’t know how to avoid the negative outcome.
As a leader, it can be easy to overlook the needs of those you work with, especially in a stressful day or when you are met with deadlines. This is an opportunity to take a step back and see what those around you need. Begin to ask yourself, “How can I make them succeed?” This…