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I just finished a group Zoom with some of my fabulous Moms of adolescents. They’re heading into December swamped and exhausted. One of them just...

As the holidays approach, I notice my clients start to voice some dread. Anticipation is a nicer word. They anticipate hosting certain family...

Compassion is defined as empathy in action. Empathy is when we understand the feelings of another when we can stand in their shoes. We have to have...

“There’s some unpleasant work that needs doing. It might as well be me who does it.” This is a quote by author Julie Lythcott-Haims. She wrote an...

I like to think of mantras as words or sayings that can anchor us when we’re feeling unsure or nervous. Technically, mantras are defined as a word...

“Walk on through the wind, walk on through the rain, though your dreams be tossed and blown. Walk on, walk on, with hope in your heart, and you’ll...

Endurance Parenting Tip: As we approach Mother’s Day, take a moment to pause and reflect on the little, hidden strengths that have revealed...

Endurance Parenting Tip: Sometimes the “right” thing to do for your kid is the most heart-wrenching thing for the parent. We sent our eldest back to...

Endurance Parenting Tip: Want time to relax with your doggies instead of bickering with your teens? Establish rules and guidelines with your teens...

Endurance Parenting Tip: Are you documenting enough of what's going on around you right now during this strange time? I have a feeling that we think...

A Mom in my Moms of Teens group asked me during our group Zoom session this morning if I can suggest ways that parents can help when our kids get...