Pam Leo once said, “however we treat the child, the child will treat the world.” This powerful statement holds significant meaning for those of us who identify as parents or guardians. Our children watch us each and every day. The ways in which we treat them and others is ultimately internalized and affect how they…
For many of us, the word failure often conjures up negative emotions, disappointment, and pain. We were raised to believe that failure is a terrible thing we must avoid at all costs. Failure is a state of not meeting an expectation, outcome or desire. We all experience this from time to time. How we move…
Personal Growth Through Changes Oftentimes when we are looking to move past and find our present and future path, we might expect too much, too quickly. Life is a journey. There is no destination really, only the end. In order to see yourself more clearly and the areas where you would like to grow, you…
At every age and stage of our child’s development, the parent-child relationship is so important. It can be cultivated and reinforced daily. We are here as our child’s guides to teach them, share wisdom with them, and nurture their physical, emotional, and social development. Children learn about the world around them first with the parent-child…
As parents, it can be easy to over-emphasize and over-focus on our children’s successes and achievements. Sometimes this can leave our children feeling unseen, or only seen for their productivity and outcomes. Our children are human beings, not accomplishments or achievements. It is crucial that we recognize who they are. It is important that we…
How do we engage in conversation? How do we listen to our children? Over the years, I have worked with several clients that struggle with connecting deeply with their children. When we examined this in the coaching space, it ultimately came down to what, when, and how parents were listening to their children were serving…
Everything we experience goes through a filter in our minds. Our minds are automatically trained to judge. We classify and categorize things in ways that attach judgment to our observations. Think of the language we use every day: good, bad, right, wrong, yes, no, should, shouldn’t, need. Do you use these words? Can you see…
Have you ever watched your kids play? Just sat in silence and observed what goes on? Have you driven your car with your children and their friends and just listened, observing the interaction between them? This is where, in my opinion, our own adult learning takes place. How else can we really learn about our…
How compassionate are you? Don’t worry, this is not a quiz; rather, this is a simple reminder that you need to support yourself just as much as you support friends or a loved one. When it comes to our daily life, it is important that we pause and remember the goal of life is not…
What does conscious living mean? I like to think of it as a recipe made up of many things, with three core ingredients: self-awareness, self-management, and self-control. These three important elements can help you live a more conscious life. Let’s break them down. Self-awareness is an essential ingredient. Self-awareness means that you are aware of…
