Mental Health
Are You An Emotional Hoarder?
We recently gave my son’s bedroom a makeover. He had been sleeping for months on a queen-sized mattress. The mattress took up the majority of his bedroom, sitting halfway under his desk. He had an elevated bed accessible by a ladder but refused to sleep on it because the dog couldn’t join him. Cleaning out…
Read MoreWant A Deeper Connection With Your Child? Try This
One of the most valuable lessons that I learned from my dad was the art of cool-headed, active listening. He wasn’t one to jump into lectures or to give unsolicited advice. He didn’t yell or fly off the handle. This doesn’t mean that I didn’t get clear messages from him when I had crossed a…
Read MoreFriday 5: Mental Health
Here is what we’ve been reading this week in mental health! This week: A fun family-bonding activity, digital hoarding, purpose as the key to longevity, and finding connection in common struggles. Looking for a fun activity to do with the family? Take this 8-minute quiz, and discuss the results. The “16 personalities” are based on…
Read MoreThe Struggles of “Twice Exceptional” Students
“I’ve fooled everyone into thinking I’m smart” – The Twice-Exceptional Student When I was in grad school, I had a fellowship at a nonprofit where I tested kids and adults who suspected that they had a reading disorder. This experience was eye-opening. I sat down with countless kids, teens, and adults who would look at me…
Read More5 Parenting Memes For Mother’s Day
This weekend is Mother’s Day. It’s a day to reflect and acknowledge how our own mother’s influenced and affected us. And for those of us that are mothers ourselves, it’s a moment to enjoy the humor that’s essential on the road of parenting! With that said, let the “Memes Begin!” A great reminder for those…
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