Love | The Whole Parent

Love is the core skill and core need we all have. Many of us grew up in homes where love was conditional. If you behave this way I will love you. If you go against my wishes, I will exclude you from my love. This is not how love works. Love is universal energy, either you’re tapped into it and give it freely, or you are lacking in love.

You Can’t Push the River: Slow Down, Enjoy the Journey

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:September 15, 2021
Post category:Dating Depression Health and Fitness humans of divorce Joy Love mindfulness relationship building Relationships Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

I have learned to let go and let love. And when the right one comes along I will not hesitate, I will not hold back, I will not shy away from saying what I want.

Your Next Partner Is THE ONE: Take Dating To the Next Level!

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:September 14, 2021
Post category:Dating Health and Fitness Joy Love Parenting relationship building Relationships Self-care Sex Single-Dad Spirituality

At this moment, I am single. And at this moment, I know that the next woman IS THE ONE. Until she isn't.

The Two Biggest Liars In My Life: Alcohol and Online Dating

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:September 12, 2021
Post category:Dating Health and Fitness Joy Love relationship building Relationships Self-care Sex Single-Dad

The relationship will arrive when you are focused on your own happiness and growth. Get out there and have fun with yourself.

Heading Towards the Brightside: Ideas for Lifting Your Mood

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:September 11, 2021
Post category:Depression Divorce Drinking Health and Fitness humans of divorce Joy Love Parenting relationship building Relationships Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

At the end of the day. Don’t be so hard on yourself. Celebrate small victories and take care of yourself because you’re worth it!

A Change of Season, A Change of Weather, A Change of Time

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:September 10, 2021
Post category:Dating Depression Health and Fitness humans of divorce Joy Love Parenting relationship building Relationships Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

If you're in the middle of a breakup, or if you're not happy in your relationship, make sure you are talking to someone besides your significant other.

Love is an Inside Job: Healing Ourselves to Love Fully

john mcelhenney and kids 2018, new york city, central park

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:September 2, 2021
Post category:Dating Health and Fitness Joy Love relationship building Relationships Self-care Sex Single-Dad

We work the online dating sites and apps, and we seek some more, but we might be seeking someone to fix what's broken inside of us. And guess what? That never goes well.

Are You Trying To Recover From a Breakup? Not Ready To Move On?

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:August 29, 2021
Post category:Anger Co-Parenting Dating Divorce Love Married Life Parenting relationship building Relationships Self-care Sex

Let's build better relationships as we pick up the pieces and move forward.

A Radical Approach to Joy

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:August 9, 2021
Post category:Co-Parenting Depression Divorce Health and Fitness Joy Love mindfulness Parenting Relationships Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

I can. I am. And I am learning to be better to myself. I'm good with others. I have compassion, empathy, and support for just about any struggle my friends or family are going through. But when I look at myself and my failures, I'm often harsh and shaming.