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Waving the white flag while holding onto connection
A few nights ago I was on a Zoom for parents of middle schoolers and an impromptu theme emerged -
For this moment, good enough is just right
Our current situation I've been thinking about you. This is a tough time for everyone, including parents. It's extraordinarily important
Why Does the College Admissions Scandal Bother Us So Much?
My heart ached because of the obvious social injustice that permeates every aspect of our society but there was more.
Tiny Shift, Big Impact: How You Praise Your Kids Can Make All the Difference
Remember that day last summer when I took the girls to the pool and I decided to get out of
Get out of the middle of the parenting road
It’s summer and my daughter and her friend want to go to the pool to play. I fantasize that the
The Best Mother's Day Gift of All
Dear Devoted You, Mother’s Day is a sweet time to recognize all the good. I feel so lucky because I’ll
This Too Shall Pass: Why a developmental lens on your kids will set you free
Being a parent brings up loads of baggage -- memories, judgments, regrets, and even feelings of shame. We project these
How We Learn and Practice Courage
It was the end of our summer time together. My sister and I had a van FULL of kids, hers,
Why DO you want your child to develop grit?
by Victoria Thorp In recent weeks, a new book called “Grit,” by Dr. Angela Duckworth has made quite a splash, with
The Hug: It's How You Ask that Makes All the Difference
Shortly after Eric finished up my 7- week parenting series, he sent me this story which beautifully illustrates the power