No matter how well we think we know a person, we can’t know everything that has happened to them. It can be fun and rewarding to learn more. Sometimes, all it takes is for us to ask.

For the Love of Family

Family members who remember us as babies and toddlers are often our best cheerleaders. Family reunions give us an opportunity to embrace and celebrate each other.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiJuly 28, 2021love, family, reunions, family culture, restraint, respect, faith, childhood, memories, reminiscing, gratitude, hugs, friends, cheerleaders Comments

The Parenting Ride

Parenting is an exhilarating ride that lasts a lifetime. Much as we want to impart our wisdom to the next generation, they have to acquire it just as we did, one stage at a time.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiJune 30, 2021parenting, anxiety, wisdom, authenticity, teenagers, childhood, adult children, grandparenting, worry, Erik Erikson, 8 Stages of Adult Development, psychology, Erik Church, journeyComment

Why it's Good to Accept Help

Reciprocity in relationships gives each person a turn to be the giver and a turn to be the receiver. If we exclusively give, we rob others of the opportunity to feel the joy inherent in helping others.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiMarch 24, 2021help, giving, taking, assistance, sensitivity, childhood, shame, embarrassment, shadow self, negative emotions, compassion, inner child, reciprocity, relationships Comments

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