By now, the enthusiasm of January 1st has faded. Research shows 88% of resolutions fail, with most abandonment happening in the first six weeks. If you've already slipped -- or given up entirely -- you're experiencing one of the most predictable patterns in human behavior. The problem isn't ...

This Christmas, thousands of unmarried parents are discovering a harsh truth: the custody rights they assumed they had don't legally exist. Fathers who've raised children since birth learn they have no legal standing. Mothers find out their child's dad can take the kids without permission. The ...

We can get lost in our everyday dialogue with people while we shoot the breeze in casual conversation. Talking about the things we do not desire draws us closer to that which comes out of our mouths. There is no rhyme or reason to our words, only universal law and absolutes. Think before ...

Parental alienation has become the nuclear weapon of custody battles. Accuse your ex of alienating your children, and you might win full custody. Get caught actually alienating, and you could lose your children entirely. As parents prepare for January court filings, understanding what judges ...

“Make a career of humanity, commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in.” — Martin Luther King Jr. The greatest commodity is the human spirit, which must be protected at ...

As the new year starts, divorced parents are reflecting on another year of custody arrangements that aren't working. The schedule that made sense two years ago now feels impossible. Your ex's behavior has worsened — or maybe improved. The children's needs have changed. As you plan for 2026, ...