“Sister is probably the most competitive relationship within the family, but once the sisters are grown, it becomes the strongest relationship.¨ — Margaret Mead Sibling relationships are the first and perhaps most meaningful relationship of a person’s life. Today, we’re
Maximizing Family Fun This Summer
We’re halfway through the summer and plenty of families are enjoying the time by spending it together. Parents know that this often means conflict amongst siblings, stressed parents, and plenty of opportunities for miscommunication. HRI is here to help you
Tips for Socializing in Person Again: Embrace the Awkward or Discomfort
When COVID impacted us all over one year ago, many of us could never imagine getting used to our remote routines, but now, Zoom meetings, Facetime dates, and virtual happy hours have become a staple of everyday life. We’ve adjusted
Tips for Learning to Listen to Your Teen
Tips for Learning to Listen to Your Teen By Javiette Grant, HRI Program Specialist* *Adapted from HRI’s Toolkit for Parenting Teens As a parent with so much life experience, it can be hard to sit back and listen to your
6.3.21 | Talking to Children About Gun Violence
Join the Healthy Relationships Initiative and several experts from UNC Greensboro and the Guilford County Family Justice Center on Thursday, June 3 from 9:00-10:00 am! During this program, we will address how to talk to young children about gun violence,
5.11.21 | Lived Experiences – The Journey of Foster Parenting
In this professional training, we will hear from foster parents as they discuss their experiences and insights gained while navigating the foster care system and becoming a foster parent. This professional training is for those who work in mental health
Give Out Love and Let Love In
“The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” – Morrie Schwartz, Tuesdays With Morrie When we experience healthy relationships of all kinds, we experience the joys of life
Relationship Affirmations to Start the Day
An important part of having healthy and happy relationships is to maintain a positive view of your relationships, especially when times are tough or relationships are strained. One way to practice this reframing of your relationships is to practice daily
4 Practical Steps for Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships
Boundaries often have a negative connotation, but when we use them appropriately, they can help us to strengthen our relationships and experience healthier, happier, and safer relationships overall. Today, we’re sharing 4 practical steps for setting healthy boundaries in relationships
3.19.21 | Sesame Street in Communities Resources: Tips for Parents
The Healthy Relationships Initiative is partnering with the Guilford County Partnership for Children and other community organizations to help parents bridge difficult and sensitive discussions with their young children using Sesame Street in Communities resources! This event will feature