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Encouraging Social Intelligence

During our quarantine time, I realized how meaningful our social connections were to our mental health. I desperately missed my therapeutic conversations with close friends and chit-chat with acquaintances I ran into around town. Connecting with others gives us opportunities to feel happier and reduces feelings of depression and anxiety. How can we cultivate our […]

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Ayudar a los niños con dificultades de comportamiento

Uff, la temida llamada telefónica de la escuela. El maestro de su hijo(a) llama otra vez para informarle que su hijo(a) tuvo un mal comportamiento durante la jornada escolar. No solo es frustrante su comportamiento en casa, sino también en la escuela. No importa lo que usted intente, su hijo(a) sigue comportándose mal. ¿Qué está […]

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Helping Kids with Behavior Struggles

Ugh, the dreaded phone call from school. Your kid’s teacher calls again to inform you that your child was disruptive during the school day. Not only is their behavior frustrating at home, but it is at school, too. No matter what you try, your kid is still acting up. What is going on? How can […]

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For Parenting Educators: Creating a Positive Environment

Mindful ways to create a positive environment in your parenting education classes. By Megan McQueen. As leaders of a class, we shape the culture and feel of our environments. Whether we meet online or in person, our energy can be contagious. When I take a moment before class to energize myself and ground myself in […]