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For the past few weeks, even though some mornings have been super cold, I’ve noticed the birds are showing up and singing their song. Not one dramatic soloist, but a full choir. On a walk yesterday, I spotted daffodils pushing up through the soil like tiny yellow victory flags screaming “We’re here! We made it […]
Read MoreThe last few months have been challenging and eye-opening for me as a coach and as a human being. Like you, I’ve seen really disturbing public and political behavior (as well as societal trends) that upset and scare me…but they also cause me to examine the topics that I work on with teens and parents […]
Read MoreAs the new school year begins, both parents and teens often feel the pressure of balancing academics, activities, and family life. The good news? A few small shifts can make a big difference in creating a calmer, more connected home. Here are five quick hacks that families can use right away: 1. Start the Day […]
Read MoreSummer should be a time for sunshine, fresh air, creativity, and connection, not just endless scrolling. While screens can provide entertainment and social connection, too much time on them can leave tweens and teens feeling sluggish, disconnected, and irritable. Setting some healthy boundaries around screen time this summer doesn’t mean taking away all their fun. […]
Read MoreToday I’m reflecting on this last year while I was in school at North Carolina State University, studying Family Life Education and Coaching. I started this program after finishing a few other certification programs and opening Mindful Health and Harmony LLC in 2021. Initially I was only working with tweens, teens, and young adults but I […]
Read MoreMiddle school can and should be a time when kids figure out some stuff about themselves; there’s no better time to “try on things for size” to see what fits. This includes clothing and hairstyles, activities, new friend groups, music, language (sorry, mom – I don’t like it either) and maybe even some worldly or […]
Read MoreLately I’ve been working with a lot of parents who want to learn the best way to help their tweens and teens grow their independence and leadership skills. One can’t be an effective leader of others if they are unsure of their own capabilities and unclear with their communication skills. National Leadership Day is Thursday […]
Read MoreHere we are, halfway through the first month of 2025! I don’t know about you but to me, January is a huge relief despite the cold we’ve had in North Carolina these past few weeks. The holiday season is always busy, fun, and for a highly sensitive person (HSP) like me, it’s a lot. Almost […]
Read MoreWe’re so close to the December holidays and the start of 2025! The time just keeps speeding up somehow. Your college-age kids will most likely be home soon if they aren’t already and your younger kids will be getting a nice break. Chances are good, everyone is a little squirrely right now! For those of […]
Read MoreHappy December! I hope your Thanksgiving was whatever you needed it to be this year. We celebrated quietly (minus the cheering for the Detroit Lions!) and it was perfect for us. This has been a very busy fall season for me, working with clients (both parents and kids), doing some speaking engagements, and taking my […]
Read MoreIt’s mid-July and already my clients are telling me that they are getting “Back to School” emails. Neither kids nor parents are ready since it feels like summer just started! I hope that you’ll wring every last bit of fun out of this down time but as a coach, I’m always looking ahead too. I […]
Read MoreDecember Newsletter Post for those who aren’t on the mailing list yet! I’m writing this the day after Christmas because despite my best intentions, the holiday and “end-of-year overwhelm” got the best of me in 2023 and the “Newsletter Fairy” did not show up to produce it for me. Can anyone else relate? We often […]
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