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Retro for 2023: The Best of The Whole Parent

my annual stats for the single parenting blog - the whole parent - john oakley mcelhenney

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:January 9, 2024
Post category:Joy Love

Even those I disagree with, I have love for you. I don't want you to hurt yourself when you attack me. I have love and aikido for your safety.

This Very Moment… This Is It… Stop… Smell the Roses… Give Thanks.

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:May 10, 2022
Post category:Depression Drinking Health and Fitness humans of divorce Joy Love mindfulness Money relationship building Relationships self-awareness Self-care Single-Dad Spirituality

Stay in alignment with your goal. Make sure your goal is aligned with your purpose. And then notice when things are going right for you.

Seeking Happy: A Single Dad Explains His Joyousness

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:January 24, 2022
Post category:Depression Health and Fitness humans of divorce Joy Love mindfulness Relationships Self-care Sex Single-Dad Spirituality

It is time to evaluate all of the relationships in your life and set boundaries and priorities with each of them. Some people will need to be removed.

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.