Yelling “CALM DOWN” Doesn’t Work (here’s what to do instead)
I was an emotional kid. Big, messy emotions, a lot of the time. And, truth be told, I am an emotional adult. Less big and messy (mostly), but still a defining part of who I am. ...more
Newlsetter Archive
March 13, 2026•3 min read
Less-Stress Travel with Kids
Traveling with kids is not a vacation. It’s stressful. It’s expensive. And it’s full of surprises– not always the good kind. The easiest way to avoid travel drama? Align expectations BEFORE the trip. ...more
Newlsetter Archive
March 06, 2026•2 min read
Pro Tips for Washing the [Metaphorical] Bowl
I have tried many times throughout my life to invite patience and stillness into my body enough to meditate. While I haven’t mastered it, I’ve come across several ideas that have profoundly impacted m... ...more
Newlsetter Archive
February 27, 2026•3 min read
Hurry Up & Wait
When I was in graduate school to become a teacher, I learned about a concept I’d never heard of before: “Wait Time.” This is teacher speak for the space between asking a question and calling on studen... ...more
Newlsetter Archive
February 20, 2026•3 min read
“CALM DOWN” Doesn’t Work (here’s what to do instead)
I was an emotional kid. Big, messy emotions, a lot of the time. And, truth be told, I am an emotional adult. Less big and messy (mostly), but still a defining part of who I am. ...more
Newlsetter Archive
February 13, 2026•3 min read
Use Protection (It’s Not What You Think)
You may have heard that the key to juggling many balls is to know which ones are made of plastic and which are made of glass. The plastic ones can take a little wear and tear. Drop one, and it probabl... ...more
Newlsetter Archive
January 30, 2026•3 min read
Winning is Fun
Lots of parents try to convince kids to cooperate. We usually start by trying to talk sense into them. Then we move into offering enticements that feel like bribes. And, when we have to, we resort to ... ...more
Newlsetter Archive
January 23, 2026•2 min read
Embracing the Messiness
I recently watched a video of a blue-tongued skink being born. The craziest part was seeing it walk away from its own birth. Want to know what animal doesn’t walk away from the delivery room? Humans. ...more
Newlsetter Archive
January 16, 2026•2 min read
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