We have more influence than we realize We don’t realize the affect we have on others. When we exhibit something different in our attitudes, moods, energy, or actions, it has an influence on those around us. We can be thermometers which just tell the temperature in a room by going with the status quo, or […]
Have you ever felt helpless trying to help a child overcome their fear and anxiety? Whether it’s fearful resistance to something new or unfamiliar, or a full on meltdown, dealing with a child caught in emotional distress is a difficult situation. Not only is it disruptive, but it’s also heartbreaking to see them going through […]
How to move forward when you feel like your steps don’t measure up I’m writing this article for all the friends, family and folks out there that need to hear this. I need to hear this every day too! I love the picture I found for this image because it really captures what I want […]
Do you ever struggle to get more than a one word answer from your kids when they come home from school? You ask, “How was school today?” They say, “Fine.” “What did you learn?” They shrug their shoulders, or say, “I don’t know.” I remember when I was looking after my granddaughter after school, and […]
Are you finding yourself telling your kids to smarten up while making your own dumb mistakes? I think if we’re honest, we’d admit we’re all doing that more than usual right now! Everyone is struggling to maintain control of their emotions while so many everyday things are now out of our control. Parenting isn’t for […]