As parents, the way we speak to our children is incredibly important. Words can build kids up, and they can just as easily tear them down. Which is why finding positive things to say to your child matters! In a world where saying “no” is a heck of a lot easier than saying “yes”, we need to be especially careful that we use language which demonstra.... Read More
What does it mean to raise resilient kids? Well it doesn’t mean your child won’t get upset if they lose a game, or occasionally cry if they get frustrated. That's perfectly normal. We want to make it clear that when we say resilience we’re not talking about bubble wrapping kids to protect them from hardship or teaching them to suppress their emo.... Read More
Does it seem like every time you go online or turn on your television you see another news story about some disturbing event? Bad news equals good ratings. In today’s culture of sensationalist media, natural disasters, mass shootings, and terrorism are posted directly to your feed at an alarming pace. It’s enough to overwhelm adults sometimes, .... Read More
Do you worry you might by a narcissistic mother? Maybe you were raised by a narcissistic parent and you’re afraid you might pass on some of that damage to your own kids. Or maybe you’re not quite sure if your upbringing fits this category, and you’re wondering if your own mom (or dad) was a narcissist. Narcissistic people are always s.... Read More
You open the front door and there they are, glassy-eyed zombie looking creatures with controllers in their hands that sort of resemble your kids. You find yourself wondering, and not for the first time… Is video game addiction in children really a thing? Should you be worried? Maybe, maybe not. On the one hand, global warming is happening. Which .... Read More
