Healing a Broken Heart
“Get her some ice cream!” If I had a dollar for how many times I heard that after my daughter’s devastating breakup, we could buy out the whole grocery … read more
Article Category: Parenting
Raising Honest Kids, from Toddlers to Teens
Today’s parents want to raise trustworthy kids, even more than they want to raise kids who are hardworking, compassionate, or financially savvy. In a recent poll by Pew Research Center, … read more
Taming Tantrums
Clenched fists, flushed cheeks, and shaky, shallow breaths — most parents can spot these signs of an impending kid meltdown. When we notice our kids about to lose it, we … read more
Teen Transitions
Parents of teens often acknowledge they’re navigating uncharted territory and are open to advice from those who’ve been there before. Teens are going through tremendous emotional, physical and social changes … read more
Find Time for Kindness
Why do you help others? Yes, it’s the right thing to do, but did you know that it also makes you happier and healthier? It may seem a bit selfish … read more
The Upside of Failure
Late-fall light streamed through my minivan windshield as I approached the school pick-up line, eager to hear about my first-grader’s day. But when she climbed into her booster seat, clambering … read more
Impractical Inquiries
They say there are no dumb questions. They are wrong. There are, in fact, many dumb questions. I know because I ask them more often than Kim Kardashian posts a … read more
More than a Credit: The Value of an Online Course
The Florida legislature recognizes the need to prepare students for a rapidly-changing future. In 2011, a requirement was introduced that every Florida student successfully complete one online course in high … read more
Back to School Tips For A Smooth Transition
It’s exciting when kids advance to new grade levels in school, but it can also be a tough adjustment for children and parents alike. There are many ways you can … read more
Calming First School Day Jitters
As kids pack up their new backpacks, sharpen their pencils and try on their new fall clothes, most start to get excited about the first day of school. While the … read more