How To Foster Gratitude In Your Children
In today’s world we have easy access to most things. It’s not surprising that kids may feel entitled and assume…
A Mindful Meditation for Parents: Coping with This Chaotic World
I have read articles recently describing how we are becoming immune to all the chaos. Although coping by way of…
How Our Society Is Creating Anxious Kids: The Challenges For Parents
I was asking my 10-year-old daughter what three wishes she would want if they were granted to her. She said…
Getting Teens To Exercise: What Deters Them & How Parents Can Directly Help
With their rigorous schedules, teens experience sleep deprivation and rarely if ever get the eight to ten hours recommended by…
10 Tips For Living Your Best Life
I’m constantly reminded in my personal and professional life how precarious life can be. Things can change on a dime…
Why Has Halloween Become The Most Anxiety Provoking Holiday For Teens?
From as early as September, I became flooded with adolescents and teens expressing worry and fear regarding Halloween drawing closer.…
A Family Mission To Africa: Passing Down Life Lessons To Our Children
At age 13, for our children’s coming of age ritual in our faith, they are presented with the opportunity to…
Give Your Child An Exit Interview Before Leaving For College
My eldest son is leaving for college. There is such a stir of emotions that are filtering through me. I…
14 Parenting Tips to Ensure Teasing in The Family Is Done with Humor Rather Than Hurt
Sometimes in families it’s hard to decipher when teasing is playful or crosses the line. On the one hand it…
