If you knew that a few subtle changes in the way you talk to your children on a daily basis could have a significant impact on how successful and resilient they become as adults, would you want to know what those are? Once you learn about growth mindset, you’ll understand the role that parents have in…
Emotional Wellness
Motivational Parenting Quotes for the New Year
Happy New Year everyone! Are you the kind of person who likes to make resolutions? Or are they not really your thing? I’ve made a few promises to myself this year, but nothing over the top. In fact, I find the whole idea of making resolutions – a little outdated. I would rather just work…
How to Teach Kids to Value and Accept Feelings
I have always been a very emotional person. I feel things very deeply and according to all my friends and family, I “wear my emotions on my sleeve.” However, I’ve also always struggled with this aspect of my temperament. I am choosy about who I intentionally reveal my feelings to and have struggled with expressing (or…
Resources to Help Kids Handle Negative Emotions
A few weeks ago, my friend Dayna over at the Lemon Lime Adventures blog asked me to write a guest post for her about helping kids handle negative emotions. If you’ve been following along with my blog for a while, you will know that I have a personal interest in this area and have done…
Best Parent Resources to Teach Kids About Feelings
There are lots of things that parents can do to help their kids become emotionally intelligent and empathetic – the cornerstones of resilience. Sometimes it’s just a matter of finding great resources to spark those kinds of conversations with your kids. Today I’ve gathered up a collection of awesome picture books, games, and activities that…