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IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON RELATIONSHIPS
Written by Liza John There is no argument that technology has advanced exponentially in the past few decades. It has permeated every aspect of our life that it would be quite impossible to lead a life without having access to a smartphone. As much as the innovations in the field make life easier for us, it is not without a cost. Like everything else, technology has its advantages and disadvantages. One aspect of life that technology has unequivocally affected is relationships. Social media platforms have paved the way to bring people closer and connect like-minded people, yet it has even farther-reaching effects. The same goes for streaming services and dating…
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RENEWING VOWS AS A FAMILY VOWS
Written by Liza John “I, take you, to be my lawfully wedded, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, until death do us part” The vow we have all heard and stumbled across at least a hundred times, be it movies, television shows, social media reminiscing the beautiful journey to forever. A solemn promise, something to be cherished and kept for the rest of our lives. Vows are significant because they represent both a pledge to oneself and to others. Vow Renewal Vow renewal ceremonies should be one-of-a-kind and meaningful, as well as…
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HOW DOES THE DYNAMICS IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP INFLUENCE YOUR CHILD’S DEVELOPMENT?
Written by Feba Maryann Human beings are greatly influenced by the environment that surrounds them. Just like how the natural environment impacts the lifestyle of people, the kind of environment present in the home also influences us to a large extent. Children especially are more vulnerable as they do what they observe without knowing its pros and cons. In this regard, the kind of relationship shared by parents is a huge determinant for the conscious and unconscious choices an individual makes as a child and even as an adult. The dynamics of a relationship are often very complex and subjective to different people. The relationship of a married couple has…
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RELATIONSHIP ISSUES YOU’LL FACE AFTER HAVING A BABY AND HOW TO SOLVE THEM
Written by Liza John Perhaps all the parenting books or the cute family of influencers failed to warn you about the tremendous changes that were going to happen to your relationship after a baby. When your twosome suddenly has a new life to care for, things can get strained and test your relationship. From sleep deprivation to financial issues, it may seem like there are a million things on your plate. Families that have to deal with postpartum depression find this transition into parenthood even rockier. A major portion of conflicts arises due to tiredness, hormonal differences, and lack of communication. Here are five of the most common relationship issues…
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5 SIGNS OF AN EFFECTIVE CO-PARENTING RELATIONSHIP
Written by Feba Maryann Parenting is never an easy task, dealing with the incessant whining, cries, and the fuss that children display. Co-parenting makes this increasingly onerous with the battles for custody, legal arrangements and splitting time with both parents. Co-parenting requires tremendous amounts of patience, flexibility, empathy and communication. Identifying the signs of an effective co-parenting relationship is necessary to figure out what you or your co-parent must imbibe in your relationship. Understanding these signs will also further help improve your efforts and focus to set up a healthy growing set up for your child. So, what are the signs of an effective co-parenting relationship? Mistakes Do Not Impact Your Children or Efforts By mistakes we…
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HOW CAN A DIVORCE AFFECT YOUR KIDS?
Written by Liza John Going through a divorce is hardly easy and when it involves kids, things can get even more messy. Some people believe that divorce does not really affect the children while others disagree. In a way, both beliefs are right. The effects of divorce on each child vary between individuals and age groups. Some kids bounce back quickly after a divorce; even then, it can be safely said that even the most resilient of kids have some difficulty with their parents’ divorce. Toddlers, middle-schoolers, and teenagers respond differently to their parents’ separation. Toddlers struggle to understand the concept of divorce and feel stressed due to sudden changes in…
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HOW TO BE A GOOD LISTENER IN MARRIAGE
Written by Liza John Maybe your partner has been complaining about how you don’t listen to them and how they don’t feel heard. At first maybe you thought it was just silly from your partner’s side. It’s easy to pass it off as something laughable, but in reality, it is far from silly. Before you know it, lack of communication will result in resentment, emotional disconnect and might even tear your relationship into shreds. But first off, let us appreciate the fact that you took the first step. Maybe you wanted to make some changes or wanted to know the gravity of the issue, well whatever the reason is, what is important…
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WHY AND HOW PARENTING STYLES MATTER
Written by Feba Maryann ‘What kind of a parent does my child see me as?’ is a question that often plagues the minds of many parents. This kind of thinking is a sure sign of the desire to be a better parent. Even though choosing how to raise your kids is a private matter, experts believe that certain parenting styles nurture children better than others. Good parenting starts right from the moment a child is conceived. Raising kids can be frustrating but also rewarding if done properly. Moreover, it is a well-known fact that childhood lessons and experiences shape the adult that each child becomes. This is why choosing the…
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UNINVOLVED PARENTING – CONSEQUENCES
Written by Liza John No two parents are ever the same, from financial backgrounds, family, support systems and various other factors everything is different. Hence, it is no surprise that different parents have different ways of bringing up their children. Although these differences exist, there are certain patterns or similarities found in various parenting approaches and based on these similarities parenting styles have been categorised as authoritative, authoritarian, permissive and uninvolved. The rest of this article will be focusing on uninvolved parenting and its consequences. What Is Uninvolved Parenting? As the name suggests, the uninvolved parenting method is when all the basic needs of the child are met, but parents…
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IS GOOD COP/BAD COP PARENTING THE BEST WAY TO RAISE A CHILD?
Written by Feba Maryann When it comes to parenting, there is no technique that is right or guarantees success. Through generations of parenting experience, we have been made familiar with the ‘good cop, bad cop’ strategy. Originally considered as a psychological tactic used by interrogators in law enforcement, it has also become a tried and tested parenting strategy. Recently, people have come to criticize this strategy due to its effects on parent-child relationships and the relationship between the parents. So, is the ‘good cop, bad cop’ parenting the best way to go? Ruining Relationships Implementing the ‘good cop, bad cop’ strategy makes the child view their parents in a specific…