Conflict is part of every human relationship, because every relationship has two people with different needs and perspectives. Our job as parents is to teach our children to manage that conflict in ways that bring them closer. On the other
How To Give Effective Instructions
The first step to harmony is teaching your child to listen and follow directions One of the most important keys to minimizing problem behavior is making sure that kids are getting the message you’re trying to send. When it comes
3 Ways To Show Your Kids They Can Talk To You About Anything
My mom came home from work one day to an oddly placed vase in the kitchen. It was right in the middle of the counter’s usable space. I’d put it there to hide a bleach mark I had made. Yep,
35 Things To Do On A No Spend Weekend In Winter The Whole Family Will Enjoy
This time of year many of us are working on saving money and getting on track with our budgets by taking a no spend challenge. Whether you are working on a no spend weekend or a no spend month it
How Mindfulness Can Help Caregivers
One of the biggest challenges of raising a child with intense needs is managing the emotional fallout. We want the best for our children, and with kids whose problems aren’t easily solved, it can feel as if you can never
Bingo! Back To School Edition
Celebrate the beginning of a new school year with a fun game of Back to School BINGO and snacks! Get the free printable by clicking the button below! Learn more here.
7 Essential Homeschool Tips For Parents Just Getting Started
Many of you may be in the process of figuring out how to homeschool your kids for the first time. While it may be overwhelming, daunting, and exciting, you may need some tips to help get you settled on a routine. Read on for advice
It’s Suicide Awareness Month – The FYI’s Suicide Toolkit Update
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Week, The FYI set out to create comprehensive and culturally specific resources addressing suicide risks, intervention, assessment, and prevention. This thorough resource includes information specific to teens, parents, survivors of suicide attempts, their families, survivors
13 Virtual Field Trips Kids Can Take From Your Living Room
If you’re still looking for safe, fun things for your kid to do and your kiddo is climbing the walls, maybe a virtual field trip is in order. Even if you’re not ready to take in-person trips, you can still take in
Soul Movie Discussion Guide— Part 4: Power of Community; Representation Matters
This article was authored by Duaa Haggag, LPC In the Soul Movie Guide series so far, we have discussed themes about death, purpose of life, our souls, and providing support to those who need it. In the final part of