Some of our children may be absent minded or have difficulty focusing causing many challenges to the child and those around him. Jake (see last blog post) had a hard time knowing he needed the … [Read more...] about Absent Minded Children- The Solution
Absent Minded Children- The Problem
Children of all ages can be absent minded and it affects them in different ways, depending on their age and stage. This first vlog highlights the challenging circumstance of a healthy 4 year old, … [Read more...] about Absent Minded Children- The Problem
What to Do When Kids Do Not Want You to Kiss Them
Today, when I was thinking of a topic to write about, I did what I do when I’m out of ideas; I asked one of my children. (My kids have great ideas!) My son, who is Ten years old, said that when a … [Read more...] about What to Do When Kids Do Not Want You to Kiss Them
A Poem about Occupational Therapy
This is a beautiful poem shared by a client I had evaluated in Israel. She is currently being treated by an occupational therapist (OT) that I had the pleasure to meet and to train while I was … [Read more...] about A Poem about Occupational Therapy
Tips & Strategies for a Good Night’s Sleep
Don’t you sometimes wish there was a switch to turn your brain off and you could instantly fall asleep? Or better yet, a switch on your child or spouse, too? Unfortunately, such switches don’t exist, … [Read more...] about Tips & Strategies for a Good Night’s Sleep
Why the night? – A Poem for Chanukah
My dear friend and colleague, Rifkie Bennatan, wrote this poem that I’m sharing in this post. It describes the holiday of Chanukah. As you are celebrating the holiday with family and friends, I wish … [Read more...] about Why the night? – A Poem for Chanukah
Setting Intentions When There’s Trouble Achieving Your Goals (Part 2)
When beginning something new, many individuals set goals for themselves regarding what they hope to accomplish. The goal could be to get promoted within a year by taking more initiative at work, … [Read more...] about Setting Intentions When There’s Trouble Achieving Your Goals (Part 2)
Setting Intentions When There’s Trouble Achieving Your Goals (Part 1)
Often in therapy sessions, yoga classes, and meditation workshops, the therapist or teacher has everyone set a goal for themselves. Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a goal as “The end toward which … [Read more...] about Setting Intentions When There’s Trouble Achieving Your Goals (Part 1)
Autism Blog Series 2: Activities and Tools in the Classroom
As some children develop and learn new skills, there can be challenges along the way. Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may especially face some of these challenges within the … [Read more...] about Autism Blog Series 2: Activities and Tools in the Classroom