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GEMO (Good Enough, Move On!)
The Problem With Perfection What a funny word, GEMO (/GEE-Moh/). It sounds like a cartoon character. Actually, it’s an acronym…
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Fake It ‘Til You Make It!
The Power of Confidence We all know that one of the most valuable things we can give our kids is…
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Dealing with Emotional Kids and Meltdowns
If there’s one thing parents of complex kids have in common, it’s dealing with emotional kids and meltdowns! Here are…
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Can I Still be a Good Mom if…
“I want people to know that it’s OKAY to be themselves. And they aren’t the only ones in the world…
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What is Going to Happen to my ADHD Child in the Future?
When does a parent’s concern about their child’s future become catastrophizing? It’s common when kids have complex challenges like ADHD,…
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When Your Complex Teen Leaves Home: Letting Go is Hard to Do
Times of Transition Years ago, I helped my kid move to California to pursue a career in acting. Leaving them…
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Getting Unstuck: It Depends on your Point of View
Stuck In ‘Default Mode’ Many of us get stuck in a way of looking at life’s circumstances. Even though it’s…
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Understanding Change in ADHD
One of my favorite quotes is, “the only thing you can count on is change.” Life is full of big and…
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To Worried Parents of Complex Kids: You are Not Alone
Dear worried parents, A dozen years ago, I was aware that my kids (then pre-teens and teens) had extraordinary talents…
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