Valentine’s Day often brings to mind grand gestures—flowers, cards, and special treats. While those moments are fun, it’s often the quieter, more meaningful connections that leave the biggest impact. One powerful way to show love and ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & Family
When you hear the word self-care, what comes to mind? A bubble bath? A night of binge-watching your favorite show? While those things can feel good at the moment, self-care is actually a lot deeper than that—and way more important. Let's talk ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Farm Management, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Developmental relationships (supportive relationships with caring adults) are one of the four key components in 4-H programs that help young people thrive emotionally, socially, and cognitively. Through these relationships, youth develop skills ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
September 25th marks National Cooking Day, a perfect time to reflect on the joys and benefits of home cooking. While only some might be culinary enthusiasts, many of us have embraced our inner chef more than we would have expected. I understand ... READ MORE
Category: , Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The tumult of the holidays has ended, and the metaphorical dust has settled. Even so, you may feel residual stress hanging over your head. Perhaps your relationships were one of your main sources of stress during the holidays. If you find ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Chocolates, heart-shaped candy, giant stuffed teddy bears; with Valentine’s Day right around the corner we often think about the materialistic gifts that we can purchase for our significant other, but when was the last time you considered ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Until recently mental health has been a "hush hush" topic. Unfortunately, many people have been pushed to the breaking point due to untreated mental illnesses. Nowadays many children and teenagers face an adverse number of battles; many of which ... READ MORE
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. – In the world of comic books, Storm has got it going on. She’s led the X-Men, controls the weather at will, and is considered one of the most powerful mutants in the Marvel Universe. Despite her accomplishments, Storm ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
ORLANDO, Fla. – This Valentine’s Day, Mark and Kimberly Brooks will look fondly back at 35 years of marriage, with most of those years spent moving around the globe to different military bases. Mark, who retired from the United States ... READ MORE
Category: Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Cooler weather, twinkling lights and presents under a tree can mean only one thing to those in love: It’s the holiday season and maybe, just maybe, the perfect time to put a ring on it. Are you ready to get engaged? ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life