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Is it Screen Addiction… or Just the Brain at Work?

As parents, it’s normal to worry about our kids’ screen time. We take notice when they spend…

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The Healthy Way to Handle Mistakes

Penicillin. Potato chips. The Slinky. Scotch Gard. The Pacemaker. Fireworks. Post-its. What do those items have in…

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How to Stop the Madness: Mindfulness to Get Happier ADHD Families

Not Just Fantasy Increased focus and attention. Better sleep. Reduced stress, anxiety, and depression. Happier kids, and…

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Video: True Confessions – I Lost It!

Article continues below… Minimize Meltdowns! Download a free tipsheet “Top 10 Ways to Stop Meltdowns in Their…

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Using Code Words

In our family, as long as I can recall, we’ve used code words to ease and improve…

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The #1 Best Strategy for Better Communication: Yes, AND…

The foundation of modern-day coaching has its roots in the world of acting. Ironic, in a way,…

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Slowing Down

Practice Slowing Things Down – No, Really!

Pace Yourself These days, we tend to move through life at a rapid pace. We make games…

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How to Help Without Enabling Your Kid

How to Help (Without Enabling) Your Kid: The Four Roles of the Parent

We get this question all the time from parents: “I want to help my kid, because I…

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Empathy: A Magic Wand to Connect with Complex Kids & Teens

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Failing Forward: Make Every Mistake a New One

They Just Don’t Understand I sat in the school auditorium, surrounded by about 300 other parents. I…

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How to Pick Your Battles to Achieve Family Peace

 How Positivity Helps You ‘Pick Your Battles’ Positive parenting. Focus on their strengths, on their successes. Downplay…

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My Child With ADHD Can’t Sleep

Does your child with ADHD – and other types of neurodivergence — struggle with sleep? Here are…

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