As many children are approaching the end of the school year, final exams and standardized tests are on their mind. This can mean extra stress for kids as they take practice tests, complete extra worksheets, and worry about advancing to the next grade level....
You may have heard statements like these before… As soon as I have more money… As soon as I lose weight… As soon as I’m a little older… … then I’ll go for my goal! When deciding the “perfect time” to go for your goal… you must look out for a sneaky...
Eight-year-old Cory was struggling with perfectionism. Each time he made a mistake, he verbally beat himself up and called himself names.(1) Over time, Cory had become so worried about making a mistake that he stopped trying new things or performing his best at...
Do you ever think about your dreams—then suddenly realize you’re not sure how to stretch outside your comfort zone to make them happen? Do you ever feel nervous about your dreams—then whittle them down to something that is more “practical” or “doable”? If so,...
Wow – it’s already December and 2017 is almost complete! When talking with friends and colleagues about the end of the year, one thing I’ve noticed is that people often talk about the things they DIDN’T do in 2017. This often leads to a series of “self-beat-up”...
When 12-year old Jordon was dropped from the top water polo team, his confidence dropped as well. Although he continued playing water polo, his mom could see that he was doubting himself and not playing to the best of his ability. Wanting to help her son, Jordon’s mom...
Help! My kids is in a slump. How do I help? We’ve all seen it on TV – a sports star who can’t hit a baseball to save his life or a tennis star who struggles to win a match. Just like superstars can fall into a slump, so can our kids. And it can be heartbreaking to...
Julie’s* Mom was concerned. Her nine-year-old daughter was struggling in her relationships with friends and family – especially when conflicts arose. She was also frequently getting down on herself and using negative self-talk. This behavior was having a detrimental...
“Mindfulness” is about being in touch with the present moment – paying attention to what is happening now – your thoughts, your feelings, and your way of being. Practicing mindfulness is a powerful tool for creating a sense of well-being, for managing...
Whether your children’s grades tend to be A’s, B’s, C’s, or F’s, kids often define “who they are” based on the grades they receive. “I’m an A-student.” “I’m not very smart.” “I’m an average student.” Unfortunately, when children label themselves...
