The school year is coming to a close! A lot of times that can be pretty stressful for parents and teachers alike. Maybe you aren't involved in the school scene but are often stressed after a long work day. I've got a perfect and very simple recipe for a lovely essential oils calming cream. This cream is filled with essential oils that are calming to help you release your … [Read more...] about DIY Essential Oils Calming Cream Recipe For Relaxation
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What To Do When Feeling Overwhelmed
There are times in life when all of us feel overwhelmed- like it is just too much to handle. It seems like life keeps getting more complicated and so much is expected from us. That is why it is really important to know what to do when feeling overwhelmed- how to cope, and how to improve the situation so you feel less overwhelmed. I am so happy to have an expert today, Dr. … [Read more...] about What To Do When Feeling Overwhelmed
Toxic Stress Symptoms In Children And Resources for Healing
Today, I will share about toxic stress symptoms in partnership with Stress Health, an initiative of the Center for Youth Wellness. Toxic Stress Symptoms In Children I am so happy to partner with the CYW (Center For Youth Wellness) and their Stress Health resources aimed to support families and individuals dealing with adversity and toxic stress from childhood through adulthood. … [Read more...] about Toxic Stress Symptoms In Children And Resources for Healing
Meditate To Relieve Stress And Meditation Techniques Beginners Will Find Helpful
We have all been there. One kid can't find his shoe, another is having a bad hair day, breakfast has not happened yet, and the clock is telling me that we should have left the house ten minutes ago. I have begun to ratchet up the volume of my voice to motivate the troops. The troops (kids) are not inspired to move faster, they are stressed, and so am I. I have had many … [Read more...] about Meditate To Relieve Stress And Meditation Techniques Beginners Will Find Helpful
How You Can Help Your Kids Manage Stress
Awhile back, I discovered Melissa from CloudMom.com on Twitter and I just love her site. She is always sharing great family tips. Today, she will share with us tips for how you can help your kids manage stress. As a mother of five herself, she gets plenty of opportunity to practice what she preaches! I think you find her parenting tips informative and down to earth in … [Read more...] about How You Can Help Your Kids Manage Stress
10 Ways to Help Relieve Stress
Let's face it- we all get stressed out sometimes. I like to try to have a zenful approach to life but sometimes I get stressed out any. There are so many causes of stress, you can be upset about something someone said, have too many deadlines sneaking up on you, have too many kids yelling for your attention or fighting, getting ready for a big test, or maybe it is just that … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Help Relieve Stress
5 Instant Time-Outs for Mommy
Fighting. Crying. Stomping. Hiding—and I’m not talking about your children. Kids aren’t the only members of the family who feel like throwing tantrums or that need time-outs. I’ve got four young children and a husband who travels frequently, I know all about suppressing the mommy fit. Knowing when to take a parent time-out is important but sometimes we fail to see an … [Read more...] about 5 Instant Time-Outs for Mommy