In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to a grandparent that wants to help their shy granddaughter feel more comfortable.

My granddaughter is extremely shy. Her brother, who is younger and a bit precocious, is not. So, most of the time, he “steals ...

By showing your granddaughter that you respect her shyness, you’ll help to reaffirm her self-confidence and teach her that ...

Nancy Foppiano's granddaughter Olivia Skelley and nine additional grandkids thought it would be funny to dress up as ...

Dear Eric: My granddaughter is extremely shy. Her brother, who is younger and a bit precocious, is not. So, most of the time, ...

The actress’ oldest son Oliver welcomed his first daughter into the world with his girlfriend Shantei Paranada.

"My granddaughter is extremely shy. Her brother, who is younger and a bit precocious, is not. So, most of the time, he ...

Friends are the family we choose, and if you ask us, it’s always a good idea to say just how much they mean to you. One of ...

There are straightforward options like, “To my dearest mom, on your special day: Happy birthday!” and “You’re simply the best.” Other thoughtful messages might extend a little longer, such as, “The ...

In the same way as some concentration camp survivors celebrated their liberation as a second birthday, perhaps the released hostages will come to do the same, and mark two birthdays a year.

Caitlin Clark received a heartfelt birthday message from ... In addition to the warm wishes from Martin, Clark received numerous congratulatory messages from other teammates and friends, including ...

Aliyah Boston, a star player for the Indiana Fever, shared a heartfelt birthday message to her teammate Caitlin Clark as she celebrated her 23rd birthday. Boston’s sweet tribute highlighted the ...