As parents, we all know what it feels like to be overwhelmed by life's challenges—work stress, financial pressures, or the chaos of the world around us. We may do our best to shield our children from it, but many of us may not realize how deeply our stress affects them. Children are highly attuned...
Finding the Silver Lining: How to See the Good in Tough Moments. Life is unpredictable. As a mom, I’ve come to expect that there will be days (and sometimes whole seasons) when things simply don’t go as planned. From the little disruptions like missed appointments or sleepless nights to the bigger...
I think we can all agree—these last few years haven’t been easy. We’ve all felt it, haven’t we? Holding Onto Hope can seem difficult. The weight of the world is pressing down, the uncertainty creeping in with every news report, the way it feels like we’re all just holding our breath, waiting for...
Do you need to Kindle Your Spark? Some might say they would like to (re)kindle their spark. With the demands of everyday life, we can often feel like what we once had has all but disappeared. If you feel this way, I want to let you know you aren't alone. Today, my friend, Rachel Marie Martin and I...
Parenting can be overwhelming, especially when we experience feeling inadequate or judged by others. In today’s episode, I'll discuss how to overcome those feelings of inadequacy that many of us struggle with. If your teen is acting out or being influenced negatively, it doesn’t mean you’ve failed...
Teaching kids to form coherent arguments is a skill children should learn to develop during childhood to become confident and effective communicators when they are older. As parents, we all want our children to grow into confident, effective communicators who can express their thoughts and beliefs...
Have you ever wondered if your hopes and dreams for your child might be more about you than them? It’s a tough question, isn’t it? As parents, we want the best for our children. We want them to succeed, to be happy, and to reach their full potential. But sometimes, in our desire to guide them, we...
When teens stop liking their parents, it hurts. Do you know what I mean? Have you ever looked into your teenager's eyes and felt like a stranger? As a mom, nothing stings quite like realizing that the child who once clung to you now seems to tolerate your presence barely. It's a heartbreaking...
Did you know up to 70% of college students experience homesickness during their first few months of school? It's true. Today, we are focusing on Helping Homesick College Kids find their way without bringing them home. Are you a parent with a child who’s just started college—or maybe you’re...
In today’s increasingly connected world, it’s nearly impossible to shield our children from political discourse. As parents, our role is to equip our kids with the tools to navigate Political Conversations with Kids Part 2 respectfully and confidently. In Part 1 of our series, we explored why...
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