“Compassion is not a luxury; it is a necessity for our well-being. It is essential for our ability to care for ourselves and others.” — Dr. Gabor Maté (When the Body Says No: Exploring the Stress-Disease Connection, 2003). Many of us will, at some point in our lives,...
Hey, we’ve all seen it—parenting can be tough, especially when you’re raising an autonomy warrior* (you know, those strong-willed kids who are always pushing boundaries!). But here’s the thing: what feels like resistance is often just a child’s deep need for...
Election season can be an emotional time for everyone, kids included. The constant flow of campaign ads, discussions with friends, social media posts, and the news cycle can quickly fill our lives with a sense of urgency and tension. It’s easy for this charged...
Fall means back to school. Back to school, unfortunately, also means a notable uptick in suicidality among school age children, specifically teens. [1] Probably one of a parent’s worst fears is losing their child to suicide. Over the past several years, more awareness...
