“In a good relationship, people get angry, but in a very different way. They see a problem a bit like a soccer ball… They kick it around. It’s “our problem.” – Dr. John Gottman (Learn about him here.) It is normal
Practice gratitude this 4th of July!
The holidays are a great time to practice gratitude in the company of family & loved ones. A couple of ways to practice gratitude as a family this 4th of July include: Stating 1-2 things that you are grateful
Listen to Your Body & Mind
Sometimes, our bodies and minds tell us what we need. Listen to what your body and mind are telling you and prioritize time to take care of yourself. Maybe you’ve been feeling exhausted or sad and just need time to
Discover You Joy!
Focus on doing things that bring you joy when practicing self-care! Whether it’s reading a book, going on a run, practicing yoga, gardening, or talking with friends, when you do what you love, you’re more likely to make time for
Gratitude as Self-Care
A simple and quick way to practice self-care is to take 5-10 minutes out of the day to reflect on what you are grateful for. Practicing gratitude helps us notice the positive things in our lives and leads to feelings
Build Self-Care into Your Schedule
One of the best ways to make sure that you have time for self-care is to plan it! When you build self-care into your schedule, you are more likely to follow through with it. While having a full hour to
Practicing Self-Care as a Parent: Series Intro
As a parent, finding time for self-care and relaxation can be a challenge, especially during the summer months when school is out. This is especially true with the changes we’ve faced over the past several months due to the coronavirus
Mutually Satisfying Weirdness and Call It Love
When we are in a healthy relationship, we can be our silliest & weirdest selves without fear of judgment. When we experience this comfort with someone else, we feel the joy that healthy and happy relationships bring to our lives.
Sitting Silently Beside a Friend
We’re closing this week’s series on teaching kids to be a good friend by highlighting a skill that is useful in all friendships: listening. When we actively listen to our friends during difficult times, we provide meaningful support that is
Teaching Kids to Be a Good Friend through Role Plays
One of the best ways for us to learn is to practice. One way to do this is through role-plays. Whether you pretend to be different characters or use dolls/action figures, this can help your kids try out different friendship