Potty training a 3-year-old is everything but my usual subject matter, but this is an excellent example that demonstrates the importance communication plays in our lives. If this is your first time here reading my blog, let me tell you that potty training, and potty training a 3-year-old, is not ...
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Why Does Everything You Say Gets Met with a NO?
Ever wondered why everything you say is met with a "NO"? Why refusal is your children's default reaction? Ever wondered what you can do to stop it and be able to better communicate with your children? 7.5 minutes is all it takes. Watch this ...
52 Trust and Confidence Affirmations to Empower Your Child Every Day – Free eBook
Empowered life experience is not achieved after the fact, nor can it be created on-demand or when it is needed most. It's a way of life. This morning, a member of my Facebook group asked how can we, as parents, protect our children from the humiliations of the external world. To quote, she asked, ...
10 Mindful Practices to Help You Handle Your Child’s Big Emotions
Every parent will tell you that their children's big emotions are among the hardest parts of parenting, but this is only so as long as we follow the prevailing beliefs. Ten years ago, when I was still buried deep in the high tech bubble, life was passing me by. I was happy (what does this word even ...
A Child’s Trust: 10 Things We Don’t Know About It and 6 Ways to Build it
When we think about trust, we think about the big things - do I trust them to feed me? Do I trust them to keep me safe? These are indeed aspects of this elusive need called TRUST, but they are nothing but casing for something much more profound. This morning, Ilay (3.3), wanted to play with Jon's ...
The Secret to a Peaceful Morning Routine For Moms Who Are DONE Fighting
If you had enough with the fights and the power struggles and on the lookout for a peaceful morning routine that will welcome peace and patience into your family life - you are in the right place This week I've launched my Keep It Cool - Serenity Peace and Patience Summer Challenge with which ...
