In the dynamic and sometimes unpredictable world of education, teachers and educators often come across challenging behaviors, such as yelling and refusing to follow instructions.  đź“Ł Dealing with these behaviors can sometimes feel like a battle, but it’s important to remember that the children in your classroom are not your opponents.  Learning how to de-escalate […]

3 De-Escalation Tips for Teachers and Educators

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As a parent, you strive to be a good role model and provide the best for your child. However, good parenting looks different to different people. Have you ever wondered what your parenting style is and how it shapes your approach to raising your child?  In this blog post, we will unpack the four different […]

What Is My Parenting Style? [Free Quiz Inside]

Parenting

Being a parent or caregiver is rewarding, but it can be frustrating when your child doesn’t listen.  It can be hard to stay calm after you’ve asked the child to clean up their toys at least five times before bedtime, but taking the time to understand the root cause is key to developing effective strategies. […]

“My Child Doesn’t Listen”: Causes & What to Do

Communication

Despite its many joys, parenting or caring for children also comes with a fair share of challenges. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially when dealing with a challenging child. The constant juggling act of meeting the child’s needs AND your own can be draining. Difficult behaviors, such as tantrums and defiance, only intensify stress levels.  […]

Coping Skills for Parents and Caregivers: 5 Ways to Feel Less Stressed

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Figuring out how to effectively co-parent can take a toll, but this list of co-parenting boundaries can help you improve communication and minimize conflict.

List of Co-Parenting Boundaries: 7 Rules for Better Teamwork

Parenting

It’s frustrating when your child doesn’t listen to you. But when your child doesn’t listen to you and doesn’t react to any repercussions, it can be nothing short of infuriating. So, how do you discipline a child who doesn’t care about consequences?  The good news is that challenging behaviors are common in young children. It’s […]

What to Do When Your Child Doesn’t Care About Consequences

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Being a parent or caregiver is rewarding, but it can be frustrating when your child doesn’t listen.  It can be hard to stay calm after you’ve asked the child to clean up their toys at least five times before bedtime, but taking the time to understand the root cause is key to developing effective strategies. […]

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If you’ve ever scolded, screamed, or threatened your child with punishment and then thought to yourself, “I wish I would’ve said XYZ instead,” you may need to shift from reacting to responding. 🔑 While it’s normal to feel frustrated when your child doesn’t listen, responding to your child’s behavior in a Mindful-ish® way not only […]

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What is Active Listening? Active listening is an empathetic way of listening and responding to another person that improves mutual understanding and acceptance. It was made most famous by Dr. Thomas Gordon, who created the Gordon Model, an effective relationship model, in 1962. Active listening is a combination of verbal and nonverbal cues, which show […]

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