My husband is a teacher and they have inspirational speakers come and speak to the faculty every so often. He shared with me that they had a speaker talk about EQ (emotional intelligence). It is helpful in teaching children and helping them be more well rounded, and more well adjusted. He was impressed by the […]
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When Your Child’s Best Friend Is Moving Away
As summer approaches, so does the inevitable parade of moving trucks. Families relocating for family, work, and a variety of other reasons. This is definitely true in our world, and it is hitting very close to home this summer, as my son’s best friend is moving away. Needless to say, my little man is sad […]
How To Deal With Adversity
Lately, my little man has had to deal with some adversity and tough times in his life. His beloved grandmother passed away, his best buddy is moving to another country, and he has been let down by a few adults around him. It makes me sad to see him (or any child) go through a rough stretch but there […]
Advice for New Parents: Tips and Surprises of Parenthood
Whether you are the parents of a newborn or are soon expecting the arrival of an adorable new little member in your family, your lives are definitely going to undergo a substantial change in the days to come. When my husband and I became new parents, there were some changes like sleepless nights and less […]
Teaching Boys To Express Emotions
As a wife, I know just how important to a relationship it is for a man to be able to express his emotions and tell you how he is feeling and why. As a mother, I also think that it is important for boys (and girls) to be able to express their feelings. The first […]
Teaching Perseverance: A Parent’s Guide to Nurturing Resilience
Parenting is a journey filled with opportunities to help our children grow into strong, capable individuals. One of the most valuable traits we can instill in them is perseverance—the ability to keep trying, even when faced with challenges or setbacks. Whether it’s tackling a tricky homework problem, mastering a new skill, or navigating life’s inevitable […]
5 Study Space Ideas for Kids: Creating a Productive Environment
School days have begun and it seems like the workloads have increased, the expectations are higher and the hours needed to maintain good grades are grueling. Today, Christa O’Leary shares with us ways to create a supportive study sanctuary designed to help your kids’ get great grades. These 5 study space ideas for kids will […]