Power to Change » single-parents

Single Mom with Teenage Sons

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:53:33 +0000

I am a single mom with 3 boys. I am sensitive to the fact that I am the sole woman in a household of young men. I’m concerned about teaching them about sex, body functions, and self control in sexuality. When they were little boys, I was comfortable with explaining some of the preliminary facts, but as they approach the preteen years, I feel totally out of my element. How can I guide them through these challenging subjects? Is it even appropriate for a woman to train her teenage sons about sexuality?

Lonely Single Parent

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:38:49 +0000

I am a single parent and I feel so alone, what can I do?

Unrealistic Demands

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:50:42 +0000

Whose life is it anyway? There’s so much to do, and everyone wants it done at the same time! Throw in a career, or two, and a child, or two, and things get pretty hectic. How can you properly communicate your needs?

Too Independent?

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:33:57 +0000

A unity candle is lit at some weddings as a visual reminder that that two people are now in making a life together. It is said “that two shall be come one”.

For some couples this co-mingling of lives seems to happen fairly easily. This is especially true for couples that come from very similar backgrounds. For other couples the need for individuality is strong. A desire not to “lose oneself” can become so strong that it causes issues in the relationship. How can you build a life toegether without leaving yourself in the dust?

Disrespect and Judgment

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:15:53 +0000

Judgment is defined in part as “the process of forming an opinion or evaluation by discerning and comparing”. What happens in a relationship when what we perceived to be the situation, isn’t really the situation? What if our judgement is incorrect? What happens when one partner jumps to conclusions and completely mis-reads the intent of his or her mate or the reality of the situation itself?

Lies, Lies and more Lies!

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 22:07:38 +0000

A little, white lie, a truth misrepresented — it doesn’t take much before you may hear your spouse say, “I’m not sure I can completely trust you.” A lack of trust is a very challenging atmosphere in any relationship. A pattern of lies undermines the whole communication process. How can you talk about anything important if you can’t quite believe what he or she says?

Habits that Irritate

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:55:16 +0000

At some point we probably thought they were cute, but over time habits can drive us to distraction. Some habits can be destructive, such as drugs, others are just there annoyingly in the background. Habits are part of who we are. Often we don’t even realize we are doing them. Whether we try to ignore them or not, habits can start to drive a wedge between partners.

Exploding Anger

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:40:20 +0000

In a moment of anger it all boils over. Words and feelings we don’t even want to admit we have just slip out. And once they’re out there, like toothpaste, they’re impossible to put back. Disagreements and stress are going to happen in any relationship. How you deal with them can make all the difference.

Beyond Beautiful

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 19:37:05 +0000

Amidst the hectic schedule of college life, Emma tries to persuade Charlie to go on a blind date with her new friend. As you watch the video, consider which of the two friends Emma would actually be pleased with, and why. What does this video have to say about our own words and actions? What does hypocrisy of what we say and what we do speak into our own identities?

Advice to Parents of Pre-teens

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 16:17:47 +0000

What advice can you give parents who are getting ready for teen years?