Posts Tagged ‘Parenting’
Strengthening Family Bonds During the Holidays
The holidays bring out all sorts of emotions, from warm fuzzy nostalgia to less-than-cozy reactions. We must also acknowledge that there are non-holiday-related emotional situations in families. Families are suffering from loss, divorce, health trials, or financial strain. Newly separated…Read More
Guiding Your Teen Through Cognitive Changes
The teenage years are often characterized by a rollercoaster of emotions, rapid mood swings, and seemingly irrational behavior. While these experiences can be frustrating for parents and educators, it’s crucial to remember that the teenage brain is undergoing significant changes…Read More
Summer Reading: Cultivating Lifelong Readers
Many of us remember those hot, languid summer days spent reading the latest novel by our favorite author or immersing ourselves in a fascinating new obsession. Today, as we observe the students in our lives, we might feel lucky if…Read More
The Gift of Growth: How to Start a Growth Journal for Your Child
Parenting can feel like time stands still in the moment, but looking back, the time between infancy and high school graduation feels like a flash. So many tiny moments of epiphany and growth that feel unforgettable at the time, somehow…Read More
Encouraging Independence and Responsibility: Guiding Teens Through Life’s Milestones
We’ve all experienced “firsts”—milestones or significant events that mark a beginning or an introduction to something new. These experiences hold tremendous importance as they shape our understanding, skills, and perceptions, even laying the foundation for future growth and development.
Some…Read More
The Power of Gratitude in Family Life
Gratitude comes easily at the birthday party. Parents have filled the day with presents, special food, cake, balloons, and special attention. Birthday gift lists have been shared with family and friends. As presents are handed out, squeals of joy and…Read More
Goal Setting With Your Kids: A Guide for Parents
As parents, we play a crucial role in teaching our children essential life skills, and goal setting is among the most important. This guide is designed to help you navigate the process of teaching your child valuable goal-setting strategies so…Read More
Rewind and Reflect: 5 Family-Friendly Reflection Activities for the New Year
In the flurry of plans and dreams to make this new year the “best year yet,” an important opportunity may be missed: the chance to pause, take a deep breath, and reflect on the moments that made last year meaningful.…Read More
The Silent Struggle: How Parental Mental Illness Affects Families
The Unspoken Reality of Parental Mental Illness
The responsibilities and pressures that families face today are compounded for everyone when a parent struggles with their mental health. The pain and awkwardness of trying to communicate the situation to others often…Read More
New School Transition Guide: Helpful Tips to Facilitate Your Child’s Smooth Transition
Navigating the transition to a new school can be challenging for both parents and children. This guide explores three key areas to focus on to ensure a smooth and seamless transition for your child. Remember, every child’s transition is unique,…Read More
Four Powerful Ways Parents Can Express Love to Their Kids
“Deep within us—no matter who we are—there lives a feeling of wanting to be lovable…And the greatest thing we can do is to let people know that they are loved and capable of loving.” — From The World According To…Read More
The One Freedom that Builds Resilience Anywhere
“The one thing you can’t take away from me is the way I choose to respond to what you do to me. The last of one’s freedoms is to choose one’s attitude in any given circumstance” – Victor Frankl
These…Read More