In defense of listening? Who would doubt that listening is an important, even powerful tool? Nobody reading this - that is certain. However, we all (myself included) can forget just how profound it is to feel heard and how healing this can be for relationships. When we truly listen we are giving another person validation, attention, and acceptance. There is...[ read more ]
If your child or teenager is like most, they hate that question. It is the quintessential question that parents ask their kids and I'd like to offer you a few pointers if the response you get to that question is, "Fine." As parents, you want to stay informed and connected, and it's important to know what's happening because a lot...[ read more ]
Summer is almost over and it's time to get ready for sending your kids back to school. While this time of year can bring relief and long-awaited consistency to parents' lives it can also be quite stressful for some kids. For kids with less than positive feelings about school their anxieties and upset can be easier to understand. It's more...[ read more ]
Anxiety is a natural dialogue between our mind and body. It’s a red flag that something might be going on in our surroundings that requires our attention.For most of us, anxiety is an uncomfortable but fleeting feeling that pops up on occasion during particularly stressful times. For some, anxiety may be more present and color more of their daily life....[ read more ]
