Navigating School Anxiety: A Parent’s Guide to Easing the Transition
As summer draws to a close, the back-to-school buzz begins. For many parents, this is a time of excitement and anticipation, but for some families, it brings a wave of worry. If you’ve noticed that your child seems unusually anxious about returning to school, you’re not alone. School anxiety is a common challenge that many […]
The Power of Self-Care for Parents: Guiding Kids Through Your Actions
Picture this… it’s a Tuesday evening, and Sarah is juggling a million things—dinner bubbling on the stove, homework help in the living room, and a work email that needs attention. She feels like she’s running on fumes, her patience thinning with each passing minute. Sound familiar? For many parents, this scenario is all too real. […]
How to Stop Overthinking: Easy Tips for You and Your Kids
Overthinking can feel like a never-ending loop, trapping us in a cycle of worry and doubt. Whether it’s about daily decisions or larger life choices, overthinking affects people of all ages, including kids. Learning how to stop overthinking is crucial for both our mental well-being and that of our children. Here are some straightforward, effective […]
Understanding ANTs: Emotional Coaching for Early Childhood Mental Health
Imagine you’re walking through a forest, and you see a dark, scary shadow. Your first thought might be, “Oh no, something bad is out there!” This thought makes your heart race, and you feel scared. But what if I told you that the shadow is just a tree? The fear you felt came not from […]