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Sam DiFranco
Aug 11, 20142 min read
Improve Your Self-Esteem.
You don’t have to have a nice body, great accomplishments, or be popular to have self-esteem. Self-esteem simply means appreciating...
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Sam DiFranco
Aug 7, 20142 min read
Don’t Let Parenting Drown Your Marriage.
Between household chores, jobs, extracurricular activities for the kids, and all the other responsibilities that are on your plate you...
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Sam DiFranco
Aug 6, 20142 min read
Taming The Tantrums.
When dealing with your child’s tantrum it can be very difficult to keep yourself from having a meltdown of your own. Every tantrum is a...
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Sam DiFranco
Aug 5, 20142 min read
Be A Better You!
When it comes to being the best that you can be, it’s all about personal growth. If you are willing to learn new skills, behaviors, and...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 31, 20142 min read
9 Ways to Reduce Anxiety.
Those with anxiety often feel that they are stuck and are unsure of how to make themselves feel better. But there are many tools and...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 30, 20141 min read
Drink A Cup Of Coffee… Or Two.
Why, you ask? Because coffee can be a pretty amazing thing for your brain, your skin and your body. Here is why you should wake up and...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 29, 20142 min read
Stages of Change.
This model was introduced about 20 years ago by alcoholism researchers Carlo C. DiClemente and J. O. Prochaska, to help professionals...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 28, 20142 min read
Don’t Play the Blame Game!
When it comes to our relationships, it is almost always easier to see the flaws in our partners then in ourselves. When it comes to...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 24, 20142 min read
Letting Go of Past Hurts.
We all get hurt at least once in our lifetime, you can’t possibly be an adult or teen alive today who hasn’t gone through some kind...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 23, 20142 min read
Do’s And Don’ts Of Teaching Your Child To Cope.
The ability to cope is not something we are born with. Coping involves emotional and practical skills that our children learn through...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 22, 20142 min read
Five Friendship Warning Signs.
Friendships contribute significantly to our psychical and emotional health. The companionship provided by friends can help ward off...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 15, 20142 min read
Tips On Preventing A Break-up.
Break-ups happen all the time, for multiple reasons. Believe it or not there are many ways to prevent them. Below are some helpful tips...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 9, 20142 min read
Moving On After Infidelity.
No one gets married expecting to get divorced later down the road. An definitely no one expects to have their marriage destroyed by an...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 8, 20142 min read
Overcome Negative Thinking.
Negative thoughts can drain you of energy, and keep you from being in the present moment. The more you give in to these negative thoughts...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 7, 20142 min read
De-Stress In A Minute Or Less!
When stress hits, you can either lose your marbles or handle the overload with grace. Below are seven short-term fixes to help you...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 3, 20142 min read
Myths about Therapy.
Unfortunately, therapy still remains a shrouded subject, and many myths persist.These misunderstandings can prevent people from seeking...
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Sam DiFranco
Jul 2, 20142 min read
Dealing with Troubled Teens.
It is completely normal for your teenager to want to be independent, but not to act out in dangerous extremes. If they are creating...
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Sam DiFranco
May 13, 20141 min read
Relationship Habits
Ever wonder why you and your partner find it hard to stop arguing, or being mad at each other? Do you wish there was something you...
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Sam DiFranco
May 8, 20141 min read
Being Friends With Your Spouse
Are you feeling unhappy in your current marriage/relationship? Are you constantly arguing with your partner? Well, the solution might be...
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Sam DiFranco
Apr 22, 20142 min read
The Secret to Improving Communication and Sexual Satisfaction in Relationships
Psst! Would you like to hear a secret? What is something couples can do that can improve their communication and sex lives? I’ll give you...
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