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Slowing Down - That Friday Feeling

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Slowing Down

by Suzanne Tucker on Apr 30 2021
If we are always racing to the next moment, what happens to the one we are in? Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to help us slow down and enjoy where we are. 
Mom Of Two Advocates For Her Neurodiverse Daughters

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Mom Of Two Advocates For Her Neurodiverse Daughters

by Ashley Patek on Apr 28 2021
Natasha is a mama of two neurodiverse daughters and she has one big focus: teaching her girls social-emotional skills, not only to help them express themselves but to advocate for themselves.
That's Not How I Was Parented

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That's Not How I Was Parented

by Ashley Patek on Apr 26 2021
We took a look at common parenting practices of the past to compare how we were parented to how we parent. And here is what we found. 
I Can't Remember My Childhood, And Here's Why

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Why Can't I Remember My Childhood? Here’s Why

by Ashley Patek on Apr 21 2021
Stress and trauma suppress and actually shrink the part of the brain responsible for emotional regulation and memory, making it hard for us to recall our youth. As we teach and guide our children and nurture their emotional intelligence, we regenerate our hippocampus so we can remember, feel and share, too. 
It's Okay Not To Be Okay (Part 2)

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It's Okay Not To Be Okay (Part 2)

by Suzanne Tucker on Apr 16 2021
Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to pause and ask ourselves, "How are we doing?" As we listen to what comes up for us, we can meet it with compassion knowing that, however we feel, it is valid, useful, and allowed. Our emotions - all of them - are sacred. 
3 Ways To Transform Your Child's Behavior

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3 Ways To Transform Your Child's Behavior

by Ashley Patek on Apr 15 2021
This mom was searching for a way to transform her child's misbehavior. And it was these three connection-based tools that did it.
The Myth of Self-Regulation

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The Myth of Self-Regulation

by Guest Author on Apr 14 2021
Self-regulation is a myth. Regulation is never about the self because we are always drawing on internal representations of what we have previously experienced in relationships. So, before our kids can self-regulate, they must first learn to co-regulate. Here's how.
What's Wrong With My Clingy Toddler?

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What's Wrong With My Clingy Toddler?

by Ashley Patek on Apr 12 2021
Why is my child clingy, emotional and crying and what can I do about it? Here are 7 tools for parents with clingy toddlers.
Viral Video: Dad And Son Dress Up As Frozen's Elsa For Living Room Dance Party

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Viral Video: Dad And Son Dress Up As Frozen's Elsa For Living Room Dance Party

by Ashley Patek on Apr 12 2021
When seeing how much his 4-year-old son, Dexter, loved "Frozen," Ørjan Burøe, a Norwegian comedian, purchased two Elsa costumes from Ebay, and the pair danced around the living room to "Let it Go." The video went viral. 
Imperfect Is The New Perfect

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Imperfect Is The New Perfect

by Suzanne Tucker on Apr 09 2021
No parent is always conscious, gentle or positive. We have to choose to be, and even then it takes practice each and every day. Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to remind us that we can be courageously ourselves. After all, our children don't need perfect parents, they just want present ones. 
How To Heal Your Inner Child While Raising One

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How To Heal Your Inner Child While Raising One

by Ashley Patek on Apr 05 2021
Often, when punitive measures were used to reform our behaviors as children, it can be a challenge to step outside controlling, demanding, and commanding our kids, especially in the face of big emotions and misbehavior. So, how do we heal the child within while raising children? Here are 3 tools.
Video Of Trader Joe's Employees Singing And Dancing To Stop Toddler Tantrum Goes Viral

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Video Of Trader Joe's Employees Singing And Dancing To Stop Toddler Tantrum Goes Viral

by Ashley Patek on Apr 05 2021
When this toddler had a meltdown at checkout, these Winter Park, Florida Trader Joe's employees jumped into action with an impromptu dance party. The video goes viral. 
girl holding tablet, behavior chart

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Behavior Charts for Kids: Do They Work?

by Traci Esposito on Mar 29 2021
Behavior charts track behavior, but do they work in actually reforming it? Parents and educators can use this instead to nurture children's social-emotional skills and guide behaviors. Read more.
Play-based tool to reduce stress in the classroom

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A Play-Based Solution To Reducing Stress In The Classroom

by Guest Author on Mar 25 2021
How can educators bring mindfulness practices into their classrooms? This educator shares tips and ideas for playful mindful minutes that can be added into the school day.
What Young Children Need You to Know About Separation Anxiety

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What Young Children Need You to Know About Separation Anxiety

by Guest Author on Mar 24 2021
Children are born with a need for attachment and so it stands to reason that separation is a great fear for many children. This doesn’t mean we cannot ever be separated from them, but rather that we take time to understand the developmental aspect of this issue so that we can fulfill their need for attachment in our absence.
We Don't Need To "Fix" Our Children's Behavior

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We Don't Need To "Fix" Our Children's Behavior

by Ashley Patek on Mar 22 2021
When we see our children as growing and evolving rather than needing to be trained, we realize that nothing has to be "fixed".  And it is then that they can truly flourish.
Why am I grieving? 3 Tips for Coping with Ambiguous Loss

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Why Am I Grieving? 3 Tips For Coping With Ambiguous Loss

by Guest Author on Mar 16 2021
Learning to cope with a global pandemic creates a widespread level of ambiguous loss. It’s been within this paradox of embracing the innovation of “the new normal” while grieving “the old normal” that I have felt it most. 
How To Create A Calm Down Space Your Kids Won't Fight About

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How To Create A Calm Down Space Your Kids Won't Fight About

by Ashley Patek on Mar 15 2021
We share tips on setting up your Calming Corner for more than one child so it doesn't become another thing on the list of things they argue over. 
I Will Survive

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I Will Survive

by Suzanne Tucker on Mar 12 2021
Parenting is no joke. It is a challenge ... and some days, weeks and years (hello 2020/21) more so than others. We may not be where we want to go but we have come a mighty long way. Join Selina as she shares tools for our everyday parenting toolkits, and leads a mindful moment to pause and reflect on our parenting challenges while holding grace and space for ourselves. 
Preschooler Teaches Her Younger Sister About Emotions While Learning To Manage Her Own

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Preschooler Teaches Her Younger Sister About Emotions While Learning To Manage Her Own

by Ashley Patek on Mar 11 2021
The last thing Kelly wanted was another gimmick for a tired, worn-out parent. She was overwhelmed and out of ideas on how to manage her daughters' meltdowns. But then something amazing happened ... her oldest daughter taught her youngest daughter how to use a feelings chart.