It takes a village to raise a child, but some parents have to do it solo. When Richard Johnson became a father in 2015, he had no idea that his partner would leave him and their daughter, Persephone. He rose to the occasion and began to learn everything he could about parenting, including joining a...

It’s like a horrible joke. His parents abandoned him as an infant because of how he looked. However, Jono Lancaster has become a renowned speaker and activist. He encourages people all over the world to use positivity to fight through diseases and challenges. He famously has Treacher Collins syndrome, which is a rare disorder that...

In today’s technologically driven world, cell phones have become an integral part of our lives, offering convenience, connectivity, and endless possibilities. However, the excessive use of cell phones, particularly during interpersonal interactions, has given rise to a phenomenon known as “phubbing.“1 This is when you snub someone in favor of engaging with a mobile device,...

Unsurprisingly, children need love, guidance, and presence from their parents to be happy and functional adults. Infants and toddlers benefit from having loving and involved parents, so much so that it actually impacts proper brain development. When it comes to parental importance, it’s no secret that having great mothers is key to raising successful children,...

In an act of celebration, we often pat our kids on the backs, give them hugs, or high-five them. We’ve always thought this was a way to enforce good behavior or give them a sense of pride for their accomplishments. However, it turns out that, according to John Rosemond, giving kids a high-five can have...

People’s homes are their safe space and sanctuary, so when they open their homes to guests, knowing how to be respectful in someone else’s space can feel a little daunting. Here are nine things you should never touch, or at least not without permission, first.  1. Doorknobs It’s unrealistic to expect someone to never touch...

As a child, many of us probably wished that our stuffed animals could come to life. They were always so cute, soft, and cuddly – they would make the perfect pets, right? Well, in a way, your childhood dreams may be able to come true! A new breed of cat has been officially distinguished: Poodle...

I was recently reading a post on Facebook that got me wondering how wrongly this generation has twisted several beautiful values. A lady was arguing that adult children do not owe their parents love and care in their old age. In her opinion, no child chose to be born, so they do not have to...

There is nothing like family. They are always there during the good times and the bad, in sickness and in health. Our families are the first relationships we have until we form alliances with other people. So, what happens when your family isn’t right for you? What happens when you have a toxic family? They...

Parenting is one of life’s most challenging and rewarding tasks. In the last few years, it’s become apparent that fathers are just as important as mothers. Although they often get far less credit. In contrast, for at least one father, this clearly isn’t the case. Ella Bleu Travolta posted a heartwarming tribute for her father...

Grandparents are the most beautiful and loving people in the world. They make amazing mentors and companions for their grandchildren. They love without pressure and their bosoms are among the safest places for a child.  Memories flood my heart whenever I think about my grandmother (which is just about every day). She’s millions of miles away,...

My dad was the best ever and will always be to me, despite his habit of chasing away our “gentlemen callers” by screaming at them from the living room window. Who could blame him? He had three daughters and was always worried about ill-intentioned boys hurting his perpetually little girls. He had to protect us...