Tag: Gratitude

Practicing Gratitude; A Son’s Reflections on a Mother’s Life Choosing Appreciation Amidst Struggle

When the world seems dark, how do we find the light? Check out these beautiful reflections from a son’s perspective on his mother’s focus on appreciating everyday.

Using Thanksgiving to Kickstart a Year of Gratitude

How can you use the #Thanksgiving holiday to start a habit of gratitude in your family’s life? Check out these valuable ideas!

So Many Goodbyes…

How can you teach your children about saying meaningful goodbyes to beloved teachers or fellow students? Check out these ideas!

Recognizing the Winter Solstice

So the shortest day came, and the year died,And everywhere down the centuries of the snow-white worldCame people singing, dancing,To drive the dark away.They lighted candles in the winter trees;They hung their homes with evergreen;They burned beseeching fires all night longTo keep the year alive,And when the new year’s sunshine blazed awakeThey shouted, reveling.Through all …

Generating Gratitude for our Children and Teens this Season

Needing to get your head around Thanksgiving and not there yet? Here are some ideas for getting into a grateful spirit!

Counting the Blessings of Our Children

Thanksgiving gives us the chance to focus on family and gratitude. How can we take time to reflect on the gifts our children bring into our lives today?

Check Out New Parent-KId Activities From Making Caring Common

Many parents and caregivers are spending more time with their kids these days. Wouldn’t it be nice to try a new family activity and receive a gift card while you’re at it?  Our friends at Harvard’s Making Caring Common are here for you! They are looking for parents and caregivers of kids ages 4-10 to join their parenting …

Moments for Movement and Mindfulness this Holiday Season

Guest Post by Shira Ackerman, Director of Education and Research for GoNoodle With Thanksgiving approaching and the holiday season coming soon after, we at GoNoodle know that many parents and teachers seek ways to help their children and students give thanks, offer gratitude, and find time to reflect on the gifts that really matter. As …

On National PTA Blog… “Element of a Confident Parent — Looking for the Good!”

Nagging Not Changing Behaviors with your Kids? Instead, Try This… The article begins… Though the sunshine sparkles through the yellow leaves during these beautiful Fall days, there is less light in the morning and evening. And we’ve been doing this school thing for a few months now. We’ve poured it on and now we are …

The Birth Stories of Two Parents

Our lives are forever changed by the birth of a baby. That event or more accurately, process also signifies the birth of a parent. For every new parent, it’s a completely unique experience. But commonly, that birth can also bring us to the brink of death — whether physical, emotional or both — and can …