Second Arrow
In my recovery from parenting burnout, I learned an invaluable truth. That when I was struggling, it wasn’t because I […]
Managing Stress Amidst the Riptide of Emotions
It’s often easy to be unaware of our stress levels, how much stress we carry and how it is impacting
Perfectionism is Sly, Crafty, & Cunning
For years, I did not admit that I was a perfectionist. I saw people I loved strangled by perfectionism, and
Social Support for Depression
Depression is uniquely painful for its ability to keep us in isolation. Depression is like a dark cunning character in
Struggling to be Present
Struggling to be present amidst life’s chaos? For most of my life, I lived with my mind in the past
Overcoming Parenting Triggers when Feeling Stuck
Most mornings, things moved quickly in my house with five of us trying to get ready and get out the
I’m In the Negative Thought Spiral
When I have conflicts with my partner, my thoughts can get very negative and unhelpful. This has improved a lot
Playful Parenting: Navigating Sibling Fights
When I see my kids fighting it’s hard not to get caught in reactive anger and just try to shut
Flipping the Script on your Child’s Behavior:
Is My Child Being Bad or Just Having a Hard Time When referring to a child’s behavior, in our culture,
Parenting Challenges: When We Love Our Kids BUT Struggle to Like Them
Help navigating tough times. Learn how reframing fears and practicing mindfulness can transform your parenting journey.