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Sixteen-Year-Old's Poem on Being A Man Challenges Definitions of Masculinity

by Ashley Patek

Sixteen-year-old Simar Singh shares his poem "How To Be A Man" to shine light on what happens when we tell young boys it is wrong, unsafe, and weak to feel. He challenges the socially constructed notions attached to manhood to change the narrative while raising awareness about mental disorders, especially depression.

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5 Reasons Kids Misbehave And How To Respond

by Ashley Patek

Here are five common reasons our kids misbehave and some ideas on how to respond for a more peaceful, connected home.

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When Your Child Fears The Coronavirus: 8 Tips for Taming Anxiety

by Ashley Patek

As a parent, what do you do when your child has fears that feel out of their control - things like viral outbreaks and global warming? Learn 8 tips for taming fears and anxieties through connection.

Ways to Nurture Emotional Intelligence in Children

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5 Ways To Nurture Emotional Intelligence For Kids

by Ashley Patek

How can we as adults, parents, grandparents & more, nurture emotional intelligence for kids? 5 ways you can nurture emotional intelligence in children.

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School Program Uses PeaceMakers to Aide Social-Emotional Skill Building

by Alex Petrou

Fit Abilities Yoga program in the Ferguson MO School District are empowering students by using Generation Mindful's PeaceMakers mantra cards.

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St. Louis Mom’s Alternative To Timeouts Turns Into Multi-Million Dollar Business

by Ashley Patek

Parenting during a pandemic has its challenges, but there’s something that can help those with younger children thanks to a St. Louis mom.

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Enhancing Emotional Development to Treat Child Depression

by Alex Petrou

A recent study shows that focusing on the parent-child relationship and enhancing emotional development may be a powerful and low-risk approach to the treatment of depression.

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The Importance Of An Apology To A Child's Self-Worth

by Ashley Patek

When we choose image maintenance over connection, we actually hurt our relationship with our children. Here's why apologizing to our children is one of the most important things we can do.

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I Am Huggable

by Alex Petrou

Join me and let's bring this week's mantra in, break it down, and look at the science behind why hugs are not only good for us and our kids, but vital to our whole health.

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When Your Toddler Won't Stop Crying!

by Ashley Patek

Why is your toddler crying and what can you do? Here is a parent's guide for making it through, helping your child co-regulate and process her emotions.

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9 Mantras I Use When Low On Patience With My Kids

by Ashley Patek

Mantras can change the wiring of our brain and create a new lens to see ourselves, our kids, and the world at large. Here are 9 parenting mantras I use when low on patience with my kids.

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Ask Andrew: Understanding Neurodiversity

by Guest Author

Hi! I’m Andrew from Generation Mindful's newest recurring weekly feature, Ask Andrew. I’ll be taking any and all questions regarding the autism spectrum with particular emphasis on childhood development as an authentic autistic adult. Today Andrew answers: What do you wish your classmates had understood about you/did differently?

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What Happens When We Say, “You Hurt My Feelings” To Our Kids

by Ashley Patek

When we say things like "You hurt my feelings" or "You make me so mad", we send messages to our children that they are responsible for our feelings. Learn the truth about feelings, how to overcome childhood adaptations, and what to say instead.

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I Am Curious. Let's Dream and Discover.

by Alex Petrou

This week I had some surprise guests around minute 4 1/2. Stay tuned to see what little creatures make their entrance. This week’s mantra is for anyone who once to stay young at heart!!!

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One Simple Question I Ask Myself To Keep From Yelling At My Child

by Ashley Patek

This mama was able to respond instead of reacting in the face of her son's big tantrum by asking this one simple question.

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5 Winter-Themed Sensory Activities for Your Calming Corner

by Rebecca Eanes

Could your Calming Corner use a little seasonal cheer? Here are 5 winter-themed sensory activities to add into your space!

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Holiday Survival Guide For Parents: Managing Your Child's Meltdowns

by Ashley Patek

Here are some reasons why toddlers meltdown more during the holiday season followed by some easy tips to help regulate their environment and their moods.

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Transforming Toddler Table Tantrums

by Ashley Patek

If you find yourself feeling the dinnertime blues when it comes to getting your child to eat, you are not alone. Here are 10 ways to transform toddler table tantrums.

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I Am A Leader

by Alex Petrou

Want to know what I am doing with my hands and WHY and what this cool exercise has to do with leadership? Feelings Friday #23: I am a leader from Generation Mindful on Vimeo. Tune in to this week's Feelings Friday and let's take connection into everyday life with our kids practically and playfully

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Creative Way to Reinforce the Sort of "Connected" Leadership

by Alex Petrou

This week's mantra is "I am a leader!!!", because each of us is called to lead in our own way...from the inside out.

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