FPS & MMOG’s (If you know what this title means, you will benefit from reading…) Since we are officially in the Summer season, I think it is important to look at how routines change for the students of Atlanta. With the slowing economic tide that we are facing, many employers … Read More
The End of Photo-Shopping Bodies!
We’ve all read magazines and seen pictures that depict false bodies—the gorgeous model on the cover of a magazine, the new summer dress in that clothing catalogue. Can I get a show of hands of those who enjoy looking at perfectly, manipulated photographs? I know I’m not the only one … Read More
7 Tips for Co-Parenting
A child can easily get trapped in the war and conflict of two parents getting a divorce. Some thoughts of children caught between parental conflicts could be “I need to fix the problem” or “I’m the reason they are fighting”. Neither of which are true from an adult perspective but … Read More
Breathe, Breathe, Breathe
When the pressure of life seems overwhelming: take a deep breath. Like me, you may have heard that phrase many times. As a child, it was something adults said frequently, but I never really observed anyone taking a deep breath. As a child, I simply did not know how powerful … Read More
Back to School: Career Transition College Edition
So, you have decided to go back to college after __ years of working or being a stay-at-home mom/dad. I know that this was a difficult choice for you and your family. No longer are you the one dropping your kids off at school, but you are trying to not … Read More
Back to School: Empty Nest…Now what?
Many parents of young children are thrilled their children are returning to school because they finally have some free time again. At the same time, some parents are gearing up to launch their young adult children into the world of college, military, or the work force and out of their … Read More
Back to School: Living with your New Roommate
Going off to college is probably one of the most exciting and scary times for a student. You are leaving home for the first time other than for summer camp or spending the night with a friend. Going to college is a lot different than the weekend or week or … Read More
Back to School: Navigating the College Transition
So, you’re registered for classes. You’ve bought new clothes. Cell phone is charged and ready. You’re all set. Oops, almost forgot, what about paying for it all? Got the FAFSA forms filled out, if using government funding? Have you been to the school financial aid office? Do they have ALL … Read More
Back to School: Stress Management Giveaway
**CONTEST CLOSED** Enter to win today! Are you stressed out with heading back to school? Vacation memories and packed away and you are getting ready to hit the school year grind? Maybe you are working more than you thought you would and didn’t have time to get away for a … Read More
Back to School: First day jitters
The first day of school comes with a sense of new beginnings – along with those first day jitters which can be in the form of butterflies or bats – depending on your anxiety level. Most teachers and students greet the new school year with a sense of expectancy. For … Read More