If parenting wasn’t a challenge enough already, the summer months just add even more to the plate of parents. These months can be extremely busy times for families with children. The kids are out of school, parents still have working obligations, and there are various clubs, social activities, sports, and more going on. And probably […]
Practicing Mindfulness with your Kids
Parenting is hard work, especially as we move into the holiday season. There will be school events, family events, work events, and gift shopping, and you still need to be a parent among all those competing influences. One thing that might help you and your family is to take a moment, every now and then, […]
Give Your Mind a Break! Try a Little Mindfulness
Mindfulness can be described as awareness that happens by paying attention. Mindfulness is purposeful, in the present moment and non-judgmental. We can bring this present-moment awareness to any activity such as playing with our kids, weeding our garden, or washing the dishes. But we don’t often slow down enough to pay close attention in this […]