Are you looking for a great activity for the kids? How about one that lasts a lifetime, inspires kids to make good choices, instills confidence, and builds character? Except for an investment of time on [Read More]
In a world often defined by divisions and disparities, the concept of kindness emerges as a beacon of hope, transcending the boundaries of wealth and status. It serves as a timeless reminder that kindness is [Read More]
The average allowance for children in the United States comes to about $30 per week. That’s a lot of spending money! Can offering an allowance help teach critical financial lessons? Many parents believe so. Others, [Read More]
The late bloomer in me had had enough and was ready to take destiny into her own hands. My clock was ticking louder than ever, and my desire to get married and have kids was [Read More]
It can be counterproductive to offer unlimited monetary or other kinds of support to otherwise mature adults. Even cosigning on a college loan can be fraught with potential hazards for a parent’s credit health. While [Read More]
There are situations in which a single idea can transform one’s entire life or career trajectory. Take college, for instance. Many in all age and income categories are guided toward a four-year degree whenever they [Read More]
While it’s tough to imagine there ever being too much pumpkin pie, the old adage “waste not, want not” offers great guidance during this season of celebration. No one wants the holidays to be woeful, [Read More]
Our country has found itself in turbulent times. Between the viral pandemic, civil unrest, and political polarization, it’s easy to overlook those people for whom we are truly grateful; those people who have dedicated their [Read More]
There has been an assumption for a long time that people lie a lot, and that lying is ubiquitous and really common, says the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Timothy Levine, Ph.D., who studies deception. Past research [Read More]
One of the many important lessons that parents must teach their children is about money. That includes all about earning it, saving it, and spending it. That task, however, is not always an easy one. [Read More]
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