Have you heard of Ivan Fernandez?  Ivan is a Spanish cross country runner who has competed internationally in several long-distance running events. He entered the global spotlight in 2013, not for winning a race—but for coming in second place.  During the race, Ivan was running behind Kenyan runner Abel Mutai. Abel was almost at the […]

Halloween is an important night for kids of all ages. It’s a wonderful social opportunity combined with the chance to exercise their creativity. And of course, let’s not forget about all that candy. But like many holidays and major events, the excitement of Halloween can also increase conflict between parents and children. And fighting with your […]

Can you relate to this scenario?   You wake up and spend 30 minutes coaxing your kid to get dressed for school while you rush to get ready for work.  They fight with you over what they want to wear, insisting on the same blue shirt they’ve worn every day this week.  You finally make it […]

When you’re trying to do the best job you can to parent, you’ll soon realize that everyone thinks they’re an expert on how you should look after your child. This can relate to a child of any age from a few months to a teenager or young adult. Don’t let the mom-shaming affect your confidence […]

We’ve all seen the meme, ‘I opened my mouth …and my mother came out.’ But how many times does your child open their mouth, and YOU come out? As a parent, when these meme’s become our reality, we want it to be for the right reasons. I’m sure you recognize those little phrases and expressions […]

As every parent of a hyperactive child knows, no two days are the same. While we love our lively offspring with all our hearts, some days make your heart sing, while others can have you on your knees. Knowing how to minimize meltdowns and misunderstandings comes with experience, but with the guidance parenting technique, you […]

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re a Conscious Parent eager to raise your kids using effective communication and reflective listening. Perhaps you’ve even joined us for the Parenting Reset and are practicing the principles of the Guidance Approach to Parenting at home.  But what happens when your child steps outside their protected family bubble? […]

Some of you won’t feel comfortable with your kids gathering together to trick-or treat.

Effective communication is crucial to maintaining healthy relationships and creating a physically and emotionally safe environment

My personal journey in discovering my inner voice and learning to speak up for myself.