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Advice

Dec 21 2016

Vlog: Activities to Increase Focus, Attention, and Learning in the Classroom

In this vlog, I demonstrate a breathing activity called “Nok ‘Em Down ‘N’ Roll ‘Em” that is directly from my book, The Parent-Child Dance. Breathing exercises and activities strengthen a child’s inner … [Read more...] about Vlog: Activities to Increase Focus, Attention, and Learning in the Classroom

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, attention, education, Learn, School, Teacher, Video · Tagged: activities, Attention, breathing excercises, core breathing, Focus, learning, Students, Teachers

Dec 05 2016

Teaching Forgiveness to Youth

The other day, a sensitive and caring sophomore-year teenager I’m treating called me after school. She had hurt someone else’s feelings, and the other girl (a senior) became angry with her. The … [Read more...] about Teaching Forgiveness to Youth

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, education, How to grow, Learn, Listen, Relationships, School, Self-confidence, Teach · Tagged: accountability, communication, compassion, forgiveness, friends, relationships

Oct 26 2016

For Teachers: Breathing Activities To Improve Behavior and Learning In Your Classroom

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_B06NFLvtnc For this vlog, I present two breathing exercises that teachers can use in the classroom. These exercises can strengthen a child’s inner core. A child … [Read more...] about For Teachers: Breathing Activities To Improve Behavior and Learning In Your Classroom

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, attention, education, Organize, Play, School, Teacher

Sep 25 2016

How To Achieve Your Dreams

You are obviously fueled by an intense purpose: to become a world-class mom. But what is a world-class mother? Research shows that being a perfect mother or at least our version of a perfect mother … [Read more...] about How To Achieve Your Dreams

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, education, How to change, How to grow, How to Relax, Moms, Organize, Plan, Relationships, Responsibility, Stress, Women · Tagged: advice, affirmation, appreciation, bonding, circulation, connection, moms, nature, parent's stress, parenting, reading, relaxing, Self-confidence, tips

Dec 21 2015

Raising Compassionate Children

How to reinforce this important quality in your home. The Talmud states that the Jewish people have three innate qualities: they are merciful, bashful and kind. Perhaps that explains Jewish people’s … [Read more...] about Raising Compassionate Children

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Relationships

Jun 24 2015

What Do Children Need to Thrive?

The perfect family, the modern day ancestral enigma. It seems as though we’ve spoiled ourselves with television’s finest, offering a smile and fresh apple pie to usher in each and every day. I began … [Read more...] about What Do Children Need to Thrive?

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Moms, New Reader · Tagged: attachment, consistency, curiosity, happiness, reassurance

Mar 04 2015

Repairing The Parent-Child Bond (For HUMAN Parents Only)

Have you ever felt momentarily overwhelmed, annoyed, or angry and raised your voice at your child? If the answer is no, you are some kind of web-crawling bot, not a real-live human parent, and … [Read more...] about Repairing The Parent-Child Bond (For HUMAN Parents Only)

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, How to Relax, Moms · Tagged: advice, calming down, Miriam Manela, parenting, tips

Feb 25 2015

Video: 5 Tips For Staying Stress-Free When You Host A Party With Kids

In this video short, occupational therapist Miriam Manela gives you easy and effective tips for hosting a less-stressful party for kids and adults. … [Read more...] about Video: 5 Tips For Staying Stress-Free When You Host A Party With Kids

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Moms, Video · Tagged: children's parties, dealing with stress

Feb 18 2015

Signs Of Stress In Children

Can you tell if your child is stressed? What does stress in children look like? Does it look different from stress in adults? You are probably familiar with common signs of stress and anxiety … [Read more...] about Signs Of Stress In Children

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Parenting, Stress, The Parent-Child Dance, Uncategorized · Tagged: children's stress, Miriam Manela, parent's stress, parenting, signs of stress

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