There is something that you have needed since birth.  Without it, infants fail to thrive and may suffer harm that can have a life-long impact.  Some say that our culture suffers from a deprivation of it.  Dr. David R. Cross, a Texas psychology professor, asserts that the deprivation is so severe that “it’s considered by researchers to be worse than physical abuse”. Read on to discover more…

Forest bathing - the Japanese practice called Shinrin-yoku - assists in reducing stress, calming your nervous system, sharpening focus, and enhancing sleep. Read more about Shinrin-yoku as well as about opportunities for a free guided forest bathing experience!

We may sometimes think that small things are unimportant or irrelevant. Not true! Small things keep you resilient. Small things build into larger things. Small things unite us. Read on for more!

Have you ever been told, “I am sorry you feel that way”? How did you feel? Probably not great because it is a deflection that lands as blame. Somehow, your feelings are wrong! Read on for more about this and other deflections and how to process them.

How long has it been since you experienced awe, joy, and wonder? Here are ways to welcome it into your life!

The impact of expulsion can be profound, influencing social-emotional development, causing chronic school aversion, and increasing the likelihood of future academic struggles. Read on for alternative options that can positively influence social-emotional development, enhance confidence, and encourage a love of learning.

By providing opportunities for children to stretch their skills, lead, make decisions, and feel valued, you are creating rich soil in which their sense of agency will flourish. Read on for more!    

Power struggles damage relationships and give participants an unsatisfying and false sense of power. There are ways to prevent this dynamic and to engage in ways that build responsibility and agency. Here are the keys!

Being a grandparent is very special indeed. It is a role that is much more vital than you might think. What makes a grandparent grand? Here are a few ideas!

An inner critic can be exhausting. It may sound counter intuitive, and the most effective way to end that exhausting barrage is to befriend your inner critic rather than telling it to shut up or ignoring it. Read on for more!

When do you have “the talk”? Some folks say when your children ask questions. Others say never. And still others say before puberty. Who is correct? When DO you have “the talk”? Read on to learn my take on this perennial question!

When you experience a breach of trust, can it be repaired? Read on to discover four ingredients that are necessary for rekindling trust.

We have a lot of ugly, tragic, and horrible stuff happening in our country.  One of the words used in reaction to this is “resist”.  Even though “resist” makes sense, I would like to refine the terminology because the words we use matter.  I suggest that we lead instead of resist. Read on to learn why.

A large percentage of America adults - some sources say as high as 72% - has difficulties setting boundaries. Here are a few foundational reasons why along with the “how” to change that around!

In our last post, we discussed the key components of healthy relationships. Now, let’s take a look at how to guide your teen to build healthy relationships as they expand their social connections.

We all want relationships that enrich our lives and provide safety, care, and love. Parents want their children to build relationships that support their well-being. Read on for some key components of healthy relationships. Use them as a jumping off place for you to determine what you desire in your relationships and what you would like for your child.

Different homes have different rules. Different families have different vibes and preferences. Guiding your child to know and respect the “culture” of a friend or family member while in their home makes your visit enjoyable for all!

It is a profound threshold that we step through when we begin caring for our parents. The role shift can be isolating, and it doesn’t have to be. It is a sacred time as well as a time to allow others to care for you as you care for them.

Has 2025 felt like a decade? If not, great! If so, have hope. Here are ideas for maintaining hope during the holidays and throughout 2026.

Discovering your values along with steering your child to discover theirs creates clarity. Here is the how and the why.