All parents lose their tempers when trying to communicate with their children. If you can find a way to give yourself time to think before responding it can help. Even counting to ten or stepping away for a moment can make a difference.
Lillian and her 1st grade daughter, Nora, came to see me a few times when Nora was having a hard time getting to school on time. Their mornings had turned into a stream of fruitless … Continue reading HERE »
Will was an easily frustrated 8 year old who loved rock climbing even though it wasn’t easy for him to do. His parents took him climbing whenever they could but were drained and concerned by … Continue reading HERE »
I once asked one of my adult son’s to tell me his favorite memory from childhood. After thinking for a few minutes he said, “The time we were on a lake in Vermont. I was … Continue reading HERE »
I interviewed parents and children over the Labor Day weekend and here is a summary of their thoughts about heading back to school FROM THE PARENTS What’s good: It’s great to have relaxed time together … Continue reading HERE »
