July 2025

The Importance of Self-Love in Healthy Relationships Healthy relationships, whether with a partner, friend, or family member, often start with a strong relationship with oneself. While it may sound hokey, at the heart of this lies self-love, a deep respect and appreciation for who you are....

By Barbara K. Stump, MAHave you ever visited a lavender field? Maybe near your home town? Or, maybe you have been fortunate to visit Provence, France? Wow, lucky you if you have had that experience! Well, last week, I visited a lavender field on Old...

How to Understand the Difference and Support Your Child Effectively It’s a scenario many parents know all too well: Your child has an assignment due tomorrow. It’s been on their to-do list for a week, but somehow it’s still untouched. You remind them—again—and they shrug or look...

By Barbara K. Stump, MAWhat do you think the most popular form of exercise is? Pickleball is definitely gaining in popularity, and I do love to play, but surprisingly walking is the most popular.  The American Heart Association says, “When it comes to simple ways...