Life Happens, are you ready?

Life Happens, are you ready?

Having children is like living in a frat house – nobody sleeps, everything’s broken, and there’s a lot of throwing up. (Ray Romano). Life happens, and even the most carefully thought-out schedules or plans can dissolve in a single moment of crisis or chaos. And that’s...
Life Happens, are you ready?

Nagging to Nurturing, Change the Conversation.

Having a teenager is like having a blender without a lid.. (Jerry Seinfeld). Nagging is something every parent is familiar with, especially when daily routines become hectic and expectations aren’t clearly communicated. It’s easy to fall into a cycle of...
Life Happens, are you ready?

Nagging or nurturing? Which do you do?

Some little things are always going to nag me, but I’ve learned to deal with it. (T.J.Oshie). Nagging can be a daily challenge for parents, and it’s easy to fall into when we’re balancing busy schedules and responsibilities. Yet, when we focus on setting clear...
Growth, Resilience and Connection.

Growth, Resilience and Connection.

Love is that micro-moment of warmth and connection that you share with another living being. (Barbara Fredrickson). Parenting is a journey filled with countless moments, some ordinary, some extraordinary, and many that can define the course of our relationships with...
Growth, Resilience and Connection.

Failure – A Good Thing?

Failure is only the opportunity to begin again, only this time more wisely. (Henry Ford). Failure is often perceived as a negative outcome, something to be avoided at all costs. For many parents, hearing that their teen has “failed” at something can...