The Fantasy and Reality of Sibling Relationships
Modern day children’s books and movies teach us that siblings are supposed to be the ones who are there for us through thick and thin. ...
Making new friends at school…with your feelings
I am sitting in my office staring at a list of “71 Kindergarten Readiness Skills”. As I scan the sheet, even I am intimated by the amount...
Sadness in Summertime: How Boredom Can Teach Children About Their Feelings
Summer is upon us, and with it comes the all too frequent “Moooooom, I’m booooooored!” The transition from school, structure, and...
The Only Thing in the Way of Your Deepest Connection to Yourself
A few weeks ago I found myself holding onto the edge of my seat. I was gripping so tightly, just waiting for a mental break, meltdown, or...
New Beginnings or New Endings?
Personally, the idea of “new beginnings” always rustles something up inside of myself. I think back to major life changes and even daily...
Put your oxygen mask on first: How to be "self-filled"
An exasperated parent flops down on my couch and spends the hour telling me about how their child isn’t sleeping, isn’t listening, throws...
From Chaos to Connection: How Routine Can Transform the Energy of Your Home
Welcome to 2018! If you’re anything like me, the last few weeks might have thrown you a little off course - bedtimes are later, you (and...
Surrender to Disappointment
So it’s the hustle and bustle of the holiday, all leading up to this wondrous event full of gifts, love, food, and cheer. Except the...
An Attitude of Gratitude
Ten months ago my dog, Kona, was given a terminal diagnosis. Based on the location of her tumor, the size of her tumor and the...
Bedtime: A Daily Opportunity for Self-Care
The transition from daytime and its multitude of activities to the quiet solitude of bedtime and sleep can often be a challenging time...
