Help! My Adult Child Won’t Talk to Me!
Parent-child estrangement is on the rise. It’s not a fad or a knee-jerk reaction; it’s been years in the making. How do parents come to terms with the hurt, confusion, and heartbreak? This post addresses common reasons for “low” or “no contact” and what to do now that your adult child has stopped communicating.
Are your thoughts making your anxiety worse?
Are your thoughts making your anxiety worse? Find out what happens to your brain when you are super stressed and learn practical coping skills to help return to a more logical, rational and calmer you!
Holiday Peace: 4 Simple Strategies for Joy and Calm
Practical, creative and inexpensive ways to deal with holiday stress.
What is an “Emerging Adult”?
Information to help us understand the newest developmental stage, emerging adulthood.
How Children Grieve, Part 4: How to Help a Grieving Child
Suggestions and advice for adults to help their grieving children.
How Children Grieve, Part 3: Coping with loss at every stage
A detailed explanation of how children of all ages experience grief and loss.
How Children Grieve, part 2: What is Grief?
An explanation of grief, and the myths adults believe about how children experience grief and loss.
How Children Grieve, part 1: Farewell, Mr. Hooper
An introduction to a 4-part series about how children experience grief and loss.
Puttering: nurture your mental well-being through mindful home activities
Do things you want to do, not just what you should be doing.
How to tell the difference between conflict, toxic parenting styles, and abuse
This is a tough but important post! Telling the difference between these can be challenging, but it's important for your well-being and that of your loved ones.
A Teacher's Guide to Balancing Stress and Finding Well-Being
You're making a significant difference in the lives of your students. It's equally important to care for yourself as you care for others.
