
Dangers of Deciding While Mad (or any emotion)
By Kris Reece, Author of Build a Beautiful Life Out of Broken Pieces
You’ve heard people say things like “I just felt like it,” or, “ I feel like I should be doing…,” or, “ I don’t feel like doing…”. Perhaps you even say…

There is Nothing Wrong With You
By Kris Reece - Author of Build a Beautiful Life Out of Broken Pieces
Hair color change this week, nails next week, maybe a plastic surgery next month….these are just a few of the everyday ways in which we try to change our outward appearance.…

4 Secrets to Talking to Kids About Divorce
4 Secrets to Talking to Kids About Divorce
By Kris Reece, Counselor, Divorce Coach
Divorce is stressful for all involved. But for children it can have traumatic, life-altering consequences if not handled properly.
The problem is the two people…

5 Secrets Only a Step Mom Knows
It’s no secret that being a stepmom isn’t easy. And if you went into this relationship like most people, you were blind to the difficulties to come--the moments and circumstances that seemed to strike you when you least expected it.
Even…

The Problem With People Pleasing
By Kris Reece, Counselor, Coach, Speaker
The Problem with People Pleasing
Are you the one who is always such a great team player--your church knows it can call on in a time of need? Or you frequently come to your children’s rescue? Or everyone…

3 Relationship Killers
3 Relationship Killers
Whether you are married, dating, engaged or single, exclusive, monogamous, cheating or playing the field, you are in numerous relationships. You relate to people all day long—be they kids, friends, co-workers, family…

3 Things Every Mom of a Teenage Daughter Needs to Do
3 Things Every Mom of a Teenage Daughter Needs to Do
If you want a low paying, thankless, emotionally draining, time zapping job....than be a mom! If you want to add a little bit of craziness and confusion....be a mom to a teenage daughter.
Raising…

What Shocked Me About Being a Step Mom
Being a stepmom is not an easy job. Many times it is thankless, emotionally draining and time zapping. You work so hard to help these children navigate through the difficulties of their situation, and then they forget about you.
Everyone likes…

Parenting After Divorce – How to Co-Parent when the Co-Parent won’t Cooperate
From the moment you and your spouse said “I don’t” to your marriage, your children became confused, sad, angry and even traumatized.
In knowing this why do so many parents not take the time to recognize what their children need help with?…

The Secret to Being a Good Parent (and Three Ways to Do It)
The Secret to Being a Good Parent (and Three Ways to Do It)
From one home to the next, the differences in parenting styles can vary as much as night and day. One parent may never discipline her child in hopes of insuring love and friendship,…