Shame Lies
I work a lot with folks who battle with shame. A key truth about shame is that it lies. But the lies it comes up with are super sophisticated: they are based…
Building Stress Wood in our Children
Trees are fascinating. In normal conditions, trees develop “reaction wood” or “stress wood” when they are pushed and pulled by wind and weather. That stress strengthens them and helps guide…
Resources for Parents of Teens
Books How to Talk So Teens Will Listen & Listen So Teens Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish Parenting Today’s Adolescent by Dennis and Barbara Rainey The Collapse of Parenting:…
5 Keys to Setting Limits for Your Children Without Threats or Bribes
5 Keys to Setting Limits for Your Children Without Threats or Bribes It has been a long day. Between managing a household, caring for children, working, and running errands you…