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Self-Compassion: A More Realistic Parent Self-Care Practice
Are you a busy parent? A tired parent? A parent who yells more than they want to? A parent who wants to spend more quality time with their kids but can’t find the energy? Do you find yourself looking forward to the hour or two...
Building Tolerance for Distress
What is Distress Tolerance? Distress, pain, and frustration are all part of life. The more tolerance we have for these difficult parts of life, the easier it is for us to navigate hard days and to regulate our emotions. When we can tolerate distress, we...
Planting Season: The Long Game of Raising Kids
In the ancient redwood forests of Northern California, something remarkable happens when a tree falls - and once you see it, you can't go back. When an ancient redwood falls, its offspring don't disappear with it. They rise. A ring of younger trees sprouts from...
Why Your Kiddo Won't "Talk About It"
When something is going on with your child, one of the most natural responses is to try to talk about it. We tend to ask a lot of questions, prompt them about their feelings, and say a lot of "What happened?" It always comes from...