The Montessori theory in my view must be applied to all areas of life far extending the boundaries of the classroom. These inspirational quotes for parents highlight that belief. Montessori is a way of life that must not end and begin at the classroom door. Montessori’s philosophy extends out into the world and into the […]
How to Parent an Intense Child in Today’s World
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Over the years I have learned a great deal about various child & parent therapies, how to parent a child with anxiety, how to parent a child with anger, and I have had many experiences with my extreme child that afford me an education that I feel I must impart. My child is not on the […]
The Ultimate Guide to Mindfulness for Kids Ideas & Resources
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Mindfulness for kids is a trendy topic these days but oh so important. The idea that adults can nurture a life skill – like teaching mindfulness – to help kids relax their bodies, to be conscious of their relationship to the world, to breath through painful emotions, to be present, to be emotionally intelligent, in […]
Ideas to Teach & to Learn Emotional Regulation
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I started an authentic parenting workshop this week. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, honestly. Much like “mindful parenting”, I feel “authentic parenting” is thrown around in a way that doesn’t put many of us on the same page. Do you feel that way, too? My guess is you probably have and that you […]
8 Things I Learned at a Mindful Family Retreat
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“Mom, where is the tv?” my son asked as we entered our room at the Shambhala Mountain Mindful Family Retreat. We were going to learn mindful activities for kids and we were going to love it. “There isn’t one,” I answered matter of factly. “Well, can we at least watch something on NetFlix?” my sons […]
What It Might Take to Slow Down as a Family
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The wind whipped the roof of the athletic center. I was working out. Trying to take the time to take care of myself when I got the call. “Umm…Marnie, the power just went out and we can’t get out of our road because a tree is down.” My babysitter was trying to get my son […]