Children learn by observing and imitating. Parents may be surprised — and displeased — by what their kids pick up. Everyone around them become role models, for better and worse, and none are more influential than their primary caregivers. But many parents may be aggrieved to find that “do as I say, not as I...

Geraldine Joaquim is a world traveler who has visited 67 countries and counting. The 54-year-old grew up in two homes, one in Malaysia and the other in the UK. So from an early age, she was packing and sitting through long flights. Eventually, her family moved to England permanently, but her wanderlust had just begun....

“Drink responsibly” may not be the best approach to teenage alcohol consumption. Underage drinking is a serious health issue in the United States and all over the world. Its consequences can go beyond the individuals. People around them can directly or indirectly be affected by the result, whether it’s property damage, injuries, aggression, violence, and...

A mother of three was suffering through the darkest period of her life. She was diagnosed with cancer, and less than a year later, her husband of 19 years died in a car accident. A few months later, her mother-in-law moved in, before dying unexpectedly in her sleep. Throughout all of this, she had the...

In an interview with Patrick Collison, Bill Gates expresses his four major concerns for future generations. The billionaire spoke at CHM Live this past February to promote his new memoir Source Code: My Beginnings. The event’s proceeds went to the nonprofit United Way. During it, Gates discussed his life story, from his early interest in...

Grandparents are an incredible gift not every child gets to have. Whether there’s one or four, grandparents can offer unconditional love and acceptance that parents often can’t. They can be their grandkids’ mentors, teachers, shoulders to cry on, playmates, and best friends. Although each family situation and relationship are different, research shows that maternal grandparents...

When you ask children what they want to be when they grow up, you may hear a variety of answers. Some have the more common dreams of becoming firefighters, doctors, and police officers. Others may have more unique ideas like race car drivers or ballerinas. But kids can give funny answers about what they consider...

Janine knew her marriage was over long before her husband asked for a divorce. Mike had always been about appearances, flashy cars, clothes, and houses, but he had prioritized their relationship over everything. Until he didn’t. She wasn’t sure when they fell out of love, but it was clear in hindsight. So when he asked...

Puppies and animals are commonly given as romantic birthday presents. After all, they are a sign of commitment, trust, and care, especially for animal lovers who’ve always dreamed of a specific pet. One man took this idea to another level. He didn’t provide just one forever home to an animal in need; he provided 40...

Scott Hamilton is a renowned American figure skater. Born in August 1958, Hamilton became a four-time world champion and the gold medal winner in men’s figure skating in the 1984 Olympics. However, his story took a tragic turn when he was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 1997. Although he recovered, it was unfortunately only his...

In the Netherlands, some schools offer gardening in their curriculum. In between math and literature classes, the children go outside to grow their own food and learn about plants while collaborating and communicating with their peers. They learn with all of their senses, and they are more likely to try the fruits and vegetables they...

Ian Clifford took sick leave in 2008 and hasn’t returned to work since. The now-50-year-old initially signed off because of poor health, which turned into IBM, the tech company he worked for, paying him a £54,000 yearly salary. According to IBM’s health plan, Clifford is owed this payment until he is 65 years old. However,...