Category: Food For Thought
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![[:en]A Therapist’s Take on That Christmas Dinner from “The Bear”[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/shutterstock_565735366.jpg)
[:en]A Therapist’s Take on That Christmas Dinner from “The Bear”[:]
[:en]Family therapist Dr. Anne Fishel tackles takeaways from the notorious family Christmas dinner on hit show “The Bear.”[:]
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![[:en]Adult Relationships and Family Dinner[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/shutterstock_342622460.jpg)
[:en]Adult Relationships and Family Dinner[:]
[:en]Dr. Anne Fishel examines family dinner across the lifespan of a relationship, from new couplehood to old age. [:]
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![[:en]Post-COVID Gatherings: Anxiety Dreams and Shaky Starts[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/12622474_489311464586646_5369553342975046624_o.jpg)
[:en]Post-COVID Gatherings: Anxiety Dreams and Shaky Starts[:]
[:en]Post-COVID gatherings are a long-anticipated gift, but they’re also the source of anxiety dreams and shaky starts for many people.[:]
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![[:en]The Benefits of Family Dinner for Adults[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/shutterstock_1924888880.jpg)
[:en]The Benefits of Family Dinner for Adults[:]
[:en]Get the latest research on the benefits of family dinner for adults, and why eating with others is good for you — no matter how old you are. [:]
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![[:en]We Need Rituals Now More Than Ever[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/shutterstock_251512681-scaled.jpg)
[:en]We Need Rituals Now More Than Ever[:]
[:en]Dr. Anne Fishel explains why rituals are important to family life, and how they can help families remain resilient during difficult times.[:]
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![[:en]Stuck at Home With Your Partner? Look to Retirees to Make it Work[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/shutterstock_653481553.jpg)
[:en]Stuck at Home With Your Partner? Look to Retirees to Make it Work[:]
[:en]Stuck at home with your partner? Dr. Anne Fishel looks at the example set by retired couples, who often make social isolation work for their relationships.[:]
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![[:en]What is a “Family Dinner,” Anyway?[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/web-images_0000s_0003_Layer-128.jpg)
[:en]What is a “Family Dinner,” Anyway?[:]
[:en]What is a family dinner? And how can you make sure your mealtime routines count? Get reassurance and realistic advice from Dr. Anne Fishel.[:]
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![[:en]How Dinner Changes When the Kids Leave Home[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/shutterstock_1361207531.jpg)
[:en]How Dinner Changes When the Kids Leave Home[:]
[:en]Dr. Anne Fishel gives her personal and professional advice to couples confronting an empty nest, and empty dinner tables, after the kids leave home.[:]
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![[:en]The Politics of Thanksgiving[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/shutterstock_58480597.jpg)
[:en]The Politics of Thanksgiving[:]
[:en]Many families are anxious about Thanksgiving due to divisive politics. Dr. Anne Fishel offers tips for overcoming tension at this year’s Thanksgiving table. [:]
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How to Beat Tension and Conflict from Your Family Dinner
Six simple insights into common dinner table conflicts, and how to tame them for good.
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You Can Hate to Cook and Still Love Family Dinner
Food may get us to the table, but is it the most important part of family dinner?
![[:en]Rethinking Thanksgiving During COVID[:]](https://familydinner.launchpaddev.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/shutterstock_1834101442.jpg)