Hello from beautiful Montana; I recently came across this little poem that I had written out (not written, the author is anonymous) for our daughter Faith when she was in high school soccer. She was discouraged and contemplating quitting the
Staying Calm When Stressed Out
Hello from beautiful Montana © Judy H. Wright aka Auntie Artichoke, family relationship coach and author Are you more stressed than usual? Frustrated with life? Are you afraid and scared about the future? Do you find yourself
Turn Confusion into Calm Confidence
Hello from beautiful Montana: A friend, who is 61 and single, lost her job. It was not her fault, she is a terrific worker; loyal, intelligent, competent and always does more than her share at work. It wasn't her bosses
What is the Meaning of the Title of Auntie?
Hello from beautiful Montana. Come and share a cup of tea with me. Many people have asked me about my title of Auntie Artichoke. Whose aunt am I? Do I have many nieces and nephews and they call me Auntie
9,10 and 11 Year Old Kids-Why Do They Do What They Do and Don’t Do?
Hello from beautiful Montana: Today on my radio show Ask Auntie Artichoke Anything at http://blogtalkradio.com/auntieartichoke the subject was young pre-adolescents or "tween agers" Three times I was asked last week by former participants in my parenting classes, "Why does my
Feelings, Emotions, Thoughts and Arguments- Do You Have to be Right Every Time?
Hello from beautiful Montana: Yesterday, I watched a father and son interaction. They looked like two Pit Bulls ready to do battle. What was worthy of this battle? What were they willing to risk a respectful relationship for? Why was
Confidence and Communication – The Heart of Social and Emotional Success
Hello from beautiful Montana: Money, health and relationships. The big three worries of everyone. Often they are intertwined. Especially health and relationships. Families and individuals who do not communicate honestly and with kindness pay a big price for emotional, social
Money, Health and Relationships-What we Stress and Worry About Every Day
Hello from beautiful Montana: Yep, it is true. Every single worry, thought or stress is somehow connected to the big three: Money Health Relationships What is uppermost in your mind today? Is it money, as in how are we going