How Journaling Helps Kids and Adults Heal
When I go into a classroom or get in front of large groups, I often ask, “How many of you like to write?” On average, about 50% will raise their ...
Successful Back to School—Social-Emotional Support to Help Students Thrive
Kids are back in school again and most educators are acutely aware of the potential social emotional needs of students. The past few years have been very challenging for many ...
Be Kind To Your Mind: Practicing Self-Compassion
If you’re used to being self-critical, it might be difficult for you to understand what being self-compassionate is like. Self-compassion is defined as treating yourself with kindness and understanding during ...
How to use Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT, Tapping) with children.
Many people are curious about Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also called Tapping. Tapping is a tool anyone can use to help them deal with difficult emotions in life. All ages ...
Teaching Gratitude and Kindness to Children
Gratitude is so simple, yet most people overlook it’s amazing benefits. Dr. David Hamilton, author of Why Kindness is Good for You, writes, “Gratitude is a mark of being kind ...
Nurturing a Child’s Mental Health through Simple Mindfulness Techniques
When we think about healing, many of us focus only on our physical bodies. In reality, there is a great deal of research showing our minds lead the way for ...
