Reframe on “Mental Illness”
I am grateful that there is a shift in language from “mental illness” to “mental health.
I Was Spanked And I’m Fine!
The reality is the majority of our vital needs are neglected, abused, dismissed, or propaganda-ed which is detrimental to our well-being and humanity.
Listen To What I Do Instead of Punishments
I know that every parent is doing the best they can with the resources they were given or are aware of.
Victims, Bullies or Response-able?
I first wrote this blog in 2010 and sadly, more and more tragedies are on the front page…
Self-Regulation vs Co-Regulation or Both?
Human bodies are amazing and self-regulating. We each have a unique homeostasis that our bodies need to feel balanced and function optimally.
Negative Effects of Toxic Stress
All negativity comes from a state of stress within our central nervous system.
“Only Love Today” and Comfort Zone
I started reading “Only Love Today” by Rachel Macy Stafford”. It is an absolutely amazing book. So much so, as I was reading it, I found myself repeatedly saying, “Yes!” “I know!” “I do that.”
Rethinking the Easter Bunny
I had realized all this holiday hullaballoo was a ploy to get us to buy stuff and it hurt me to play the part.
What Energy Are You Emitting as a Parent?
Speaking from personal experience, every time my child would act out, I would automatically have the negative thought of “What is wrong with him/her!?” which very quickly turned to “What is wrong with me!?”
Positive Reframe on Risk-Taking
If children feel safe, they can take risks, ask questions, make mistakes, learn to trust, share their feelings, and grow.