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THINK Before You Speak, Write or Post
Words have the power to hurt or to heal, to tear down or to build up, to change the way someone feels, and to change the world. We can teach our children and teens to take a moment to consider their words before speaking, texting, posting, or publishing online with this simple trick.
Tips for Easing Back-to-School Anxiety
While some look toward the start of a new school year filled with excitement, for others, the start of the year brings increased levels of stress and anxiety. Parents, educators, and other caring adults play a crucial role in helping children and teens learn to manage anxiety. Here are some ways that you can help.
Growing Gratitude in Your Family
As the seasons change and with the coming of the Thanksgiving holiday, November is the perfect time to focus on the powerful practice of gratitude. Learn more about the wide-ranging mental and physical health benefits of gratitude practice and ways to encourage gratitude in your family.
How to Foster Courage
Courage is defined as the ability move beyond our fears to do something that frightens us. Courage allows us to step out of our comfort zone and into the unknown, to challenge our fears and our thoughts, ideas, and beliefs in our effort to grow. Learn ways to foster courage within your family.
How to Practice Mindfulness in Your Family
The power of your breath is incredible! How you breathe can actually alter your brain. It can change your mood, your outlook, your performance on a test. It can help you to focus, make better decisions, regulate your body and your emotions, and connect with others. Try these ideas for starting simple mindful practices with your family.
The Art of Listening Well
Parents often struggle with how to get their children to talk with them honestly about what they’re thinking and feeling. Some kids don’t communicate a lot or struggle to communicate well when they do. Listening is extremely important if we want to understand our children and at least have some idea of how best to help them. Here are ways to create better communication and connection with your child.