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)
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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)
The Heart of a Young Woman with Sensory Processing Disorder
The poem below was written by a dear client who is 21 years old. She wrote it about a year ago and wanted to express her feelings of what it is like experiencing life with sensory processing disorder. … [Read more...] about The Heart of a Young Woman with Sensory Processing Disorder
Juggling Parenthood
For the first half of this past summer, I chose to do Mommy Camp which is an alternative option for summer camps and is done at home by mom. Even though I work throughout the year, I made sure to … [Read more...] about Juggling Parenthood
Getting Grounded in Meditation (Blog + Audio)
Meditation? Focused thought .....Mindful ..........Contemplation ...............Ponder ....................Reflect .........................Concentrate These are all words used to describe what … [Read more...] about Getting Grounded in Meditation (Blog + Audio)
Silliness, Craving Sweets, and Aggression
Silliness, craving sweets, and aggression. Who doesn’t know a child or an adult with one of these symptoms? Often times you wonder if this is just a phase, and you think about what might be causing … [Read more...] about Silliness, Craving Sweets, and Aggression
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
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
Reaching Out – Teachers Teaching Teachers
Although teaching can be a reward, it also can sometimes be a lonely, and difficult job; therefore, you may need guidance or someone to talk to. Whether you are in your first year or fiftieth year, … [Read more...] about Reaching Out – Teachers Teaching Teachers