As we get into the spring and summer months, it’s time to revamp your home office so it will look fabulous and inspire you to do your best work. Who wants to work in a drab and boring environment? With the right elegant touches and creativity, your home office will be an oasis where you’ll want to churn out amazing […]
education
How To Prepare For Middle School Without Stress
My daughter will enter middle school next school year, and I don’t know if I’m completely prepared for this transition. She is changing physically, mentally, and emotionally, and I want to support her as much as possible during this time. If your child will enter middle school soon, it’s important to prepare him for the challenges and successes he’ll face. […]
Personal Development
How To Build A New Skill Set Fast
We live in the digital age where artificial intelligence threatens to eliminate jobs that were once considered the backbone of our economy. The job market is changing, and we must adapt to this reality with new determination, a positive attitude, and a new skill set. Acquiring a new skill set doesn’t mean you have to attend college to accomplish this […]
Travel
Easy Tips To Save Money On Family Vacations
There are countless ways to save money on family vacations this summer. Research free and inexpensive activities in the city you’re visiting. If you have relatives in the area you’re visiting, ask if you can stay in their homes while on vacation. This allows you to spend time with them and save on lodging costs. Going to less popular but […]
Personal Finance
How To Stay Motivated While Saving For A Home
Saving for a home in 2025 is quite discouraging. Wages are not keeping up with rising home prices, making families wonder if they’ll ever afford a house. According to a survey from CNET, 31% of adults said that getting a raise or better wages would help them save for a home. In 2023, the average household income was $80,610, yet […]
education
How To Navigate IEPs And 504 Plans Stress-Free
If you’re a parent new to special education, you’re probably wondering what IEPs and 504 plans are. An individual education plan, or IEP, is a plan that details what kinds of support and services your child will receive as a special education student. The first step is to have an IEP meeting with teachers, school administrators, IEP case manager, and […]
Parenting
How To Model Healthy Conflict Resolution For Your Kids
Kids need to learn healthy conflict resolution so they can control their emotions when they experience conflict with others. We can talk to our kids about the importance of healthy conflict resolution, but it is better to lead by example and model it to them. Here are some ways to teach your kids how to handle conflict well. Engage in […]
Personal Finance
How to Protect Yourself from Surprise Medical Bills
Nothing is more frustrating than receiving surprise medical bills, and this is especially upsetting when you believed your health insurance provider covered the procedures listed on the bill. You can get quality medical care and avoid high medical bills, and here are a few strategies to do it. Understand the No Surprises Act This law went into effect in 2022, […]