Boudaries as Bridges: Parenting Teens with Respect
Teenagers are more than just older kids. They’re wired for risk, primed for passion, and hungry for autonomy. According to Dr. Dan
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Rethinking Discipline: Why Connection Comes First
Inspired by “No-Drama Discipline” by Dr. Daniel Siegel and Dr. Tina Payne Bryson All too often, when we think
When the Battles Repeat: Applying Conscious Parenting to Stuck Patterns
One of the biggest disputes in our house right now is the ongoing struggle between my partner and our daughter
How to actually help your teen with their homework
What follows is an expanded excerpt from a recent email I sent to a parent, to give you both an inside
quiet miracle: a glimpse into eighteen years of trust
This weekend, a nearly imperceptible miracle occurred in our home. In less than two months, our beautiful son will turn
raising a strong-willed child without losing your own
Children come into this world pulsing with life force, what Rudolf Steiner called active creative power, what Erik Erikson framed as the developmental task of “will,” and what modern neuroscience tells us…
can’t vs. won’t
https://youtu.be/8WaC6cmfOZA When we pulled my daughter out of school almost exactly a year ago, we did not make the decision
What Kids Need Most from Parents to Grow into Healthy, Secure Adults
Every parent wants to raise strong, kind, and resilient children who grow into adults who know their worth, navigate challenges with confidence, and form healthy relationships. But what does it really take to foster this kind of security and independence?
The Brain Science of Self-Regulation: How Kids Learn to Stay Calm and Focused
If you’ve ever wondered why your child melts down over the “wrong” color cup or why your teen shuts down
Three Must-reads for Parents of Teens
A Guide to Understanding and Supporting Your Adolescent Parenting a teenager is a wild, beautiful, and sometimes harrowing ride. Just