It feels good to have power, or to believe we are in control. And it can feel debilitating when we feel we have lost our power or control. For some, it feels like a constant battle. As humans (young and old) we crave control. However, in life, and especially parenting, it's important to focus on letting go. "Control is the master addiction. Drop it. Let go. Let life be what it is."-David Allen We can choose to … [Read more...] about The Power of Letting Go
From Acorn to Oak
Pandemic Parenting Support: 3 things you can do
They say it takes a village to raise a child. Parenting requires support. As humans, we are social creatures. However, in the midst of this pandemic, it is hard to get a break and utilize support networks in ways that helped us in the past. No, let me correct that, this is more than "hard." Parenting during this pandemic sometimes feels impossible, especially when we are cut off from our support networks. A lot … [Read more...] about Pandemic Parenting Support: 3 things you can do
Good Grief: Pandemic Loss
Good grief! "Good grief!" This is definitely a phrase that runs through my head often. Yes, it is meant as a silly phrase to acknowledge frustration or surprise, and yes, there are times throughout the day I am both frustrated and surprised. But now that we are amidst a pandemic, I view this phrase differently. Good, grief. Lately, I've been crying more. Sometimes it's a few tears and other times it's a … [Read more...] about Good Grief: Pandemic Loss
From Acorn to Oak: Nurturing Yourself When Life Gets Hard
What do you do when life gets hard? Looking back when the pandemic first hit, I shut down, just like the world did. It's what I tend to do when I am overwhelmed, one of my unhealthy coping mechanisms. I avoid things. Although when the pandemic first started feels forever ago and some of the details are blurred, I do remember feeling anger, exhaustion, anxiety, and overwhelm. I remember sitting at a computer … [Read more...] about From Acorn to Oak: Nurturing Yourself When Life Gets Hard
Self-Care is as Important as Child-Care
As a parent, you may spend a lot of time in selecting a day care (or in-home care or school) for you child. A lot of careful thought, research and time goes into deciding the "best" place for your child to go. You want to make sure your child receives the utmost care... understandably! But, do you spend the same amount of time and energy on yourself? You deserve the same level of care. You deserve to invest in … [Read more...] about Self-Care is as Important as Child-Care
