As a college writing professor and mindfulness practitioner who now studies Marriage and Family Therapy, I enjoy observing the intersections between the act of writing and its uses in the
How can we become more effective communicators with our loved ones? Let’s take a look at an ingredient in communication that often challenges many of the couples and families I
For those who are skeptical about whether or not contemplative practices like meditation are worth it, or if they’ve been verified by empirical research, do read on. I’ve written before
The 5 Love LanguagesYou may already be familiar with the 5 Love Languages, as developed by Gary Chapman, PhD. By identifying the common ways people build intimacy in relationships, Chapman
Who is Ifeanyi Olele? I’m a Nigerian American. I was raised in southern California; I attended UCLA as a psychobiology major. I’m also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
Let’s get the overall “Dad Stuff” out of the way Okay Dads, listen up. Let’s first do a review of best papa practices: 10 tips for being an involved, responsible
Recently, I have been experiencing something that I have not encountered in a while: intense negative self-talk. Don’t get me wrong; I almost always have some little voice that tells
Let’s take a moment to go back to our roots Depending on when and where you spent your childhood years and what your family life was like, you may recall
As our world and our spaces get smaller, you may have noticed yourself becoming a bit more discerning about who and what you invite into your home, your energy, and
