As the school year starts with a bang, along come added responsibilities such as school, sports and after school obligations.
Is your kid’s calendar filled with activities and appointments?
Do you long for a slower pace?
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You are not alone if you answered, “yes” to all of these questions.
Life is fast-paced and hectic. Connection to your children and spouse is essential to your family’s well-being.
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It may seem impossible to carve out family time. Although it can be challenging, it can be done.
Take some time and be creative! Some of the best times to catch up with family members can be accomplished simply by taking a few minutes in the morning, at a family dinner, driving to soccer practice, at a dance class or at bed time.
Each day, “check in “ with each member of your family and share the highs and lows to reconnect.
Once a week, for an entire afternoon or evening, get your whole family together to relax and UNPLUG with no computer, iPhone or iPad. Although there may be some resistance at first, be insistent – the benefits will be apparent in no time.
Family time is very important to create balance and security when life gets hectic. The same goes for “spouse time” which is essential. as well. Making your loved ones a priority is the foundation to staying connected and in tune with what matters most.
About Madeline Muise, LCSW, Director Mediation and Therapy Associates, LLC:
Mediation and Therapy Associates specializes in helping you create a fulfilling life. We help you identify goals and develop skills to establish rewarding relationships with partners/spouses, your children, extended family and community.
Personally, I received my Bachelor’s degree from the College of St. Rose and a Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers’ the State University. In addition, I also have postgraduate training in the following areas:
- Family Systems Therapy
- Divorce Mediation, Winston Salem, North Carolina
- Advanced Mediation Training, Montclair, New Jersey and Florida
- Parent Coordination Training with Robin Deutch, PhD.
- Collaborative Law Training
I am married, have adult children and grandchildren. My hobbies include travel, sailing and the arts.
For more information, please go to my website at: http://www.mediationandtherapyassociates.com
Contact Information:
104-110 Maple Ave
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Tel: 732-530-2951
Fax: 732-576-8197
