Today I am bleary-eyed as I attempt to get my work accomplished after a very late night supporting my son by listening to a speech he has to give – over and over. Now I know that “He who is not everyday conquering some fear has not learned the secret of life” (wrote Ralph Waldo …
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Category: Building a Positive Family Environment Tags: #testanxiety, #teststress, child anxiety, child stress, end of school year, exams, finals, Self awareness, Self-management, Social awareness, tests
What are some of the basics of parenting for and with confidence? Consider these foundational ideas to get your new year started in a positive direction!
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Category: Building a Positive Family Environment Tags: children's social and emotional growth, Confident Kids, Confident Parents, Empathy, growth filter, parent opportunities for growth, parenting challenges, Relationship skills, Responsible decision-making, Self awareness, Self-management, Social awareness
Do you and your family get hit with a snowstorm of emotions? Here are some simple ways to manage, find the magic and build skills!
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“Mooooommmmm, I don’t want to do my homework,” seven-year-old Elaina says in a nasily, high-pitched, and sing-song (in a fingernails-on-a-chalkboard, not melodic) way. The powerful whine is wielded to get her Mom’s attention. And it works every time. How can you not hear, turn toward, and grimace at that tone? In fact, research confirms what …
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More than ever, the social and emotional learning of our children is of top importance!
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Children’s level of awareness with death is different from our own so how can we learn their perspectives to better support them?
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How can we heal and rebuild our relationships after an elongated period of social distance?
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Have you created a simple healthy coping strategies list with your family to support you during emotionally-tough times? We show you how – in English and Spanish!
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How can we take an active role as parents in creating inclusion if we notice is not happening at school or in our community?
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Going back out into the world may not be as simple as we may first think. What do we need to rebuild our social intelligence?
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Category: Building a Positive Family Environment Tags: Compassion, Empathy, mask-wearing and social skills, pandemic, parenting during COVID-19, Relationship skills, Responsible decision-making, Self awareness, Self-management, Social and Emotional Learning, Social awareness
