One of the very best scientific predictors for how any child turns out—in terms of happiness, academic success, leadership skills, and meaningful relationships—is whether at least one adult in their life has consistently shown up for them. In an age of scheduling demands and digital distractions, showing up for your child might sound like a […]
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Parenting in Quarantine
About my guest Dr. Tina Payne Bryson is the co-author (with Dan Siegel) of two New York Times Best Sellers—The Whole-Brain Child and No-Drama Discipline—each of which has been translated into dozens of languages, as well as The Yes Brain and two upcoming titles, The Power of Showing Up and Bottom Line for Baby. She […]
How To Be a Confident Parent
Are you looking for ways to have more confidence on your parenting journey? Weather it’s navigating your own path strongly, or not allowing others the power to put you down, this episode is for YOU. Dr. Vanessa shares her views on independence, and extrinsic motivation versus INTRINSIC motivation. Does your child achieve for YOU to […]
{Coaching} Setting Healthy Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty
Originally from Brazil, Kelly, a mother of 3 young children is finding it hard raising her family in the United States without the support of an extended family. In addition to not having that support from her family near by, her husband also works long hours as he owns his business. The heavy lifting of […]
HOW TO SURVIVE THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
It’s back to school time or perhaps your child is starting day care or preschool for the very first time. It is going to be a new experience for both of you. It is also going to be an emotional experience. When it comes to separation, it is important to know that separation is a […]
What’s Your Attachment Style?
Attachment is the notion that interactions with primary caregivers in early childhood create internal working models in our brains that later impact how we view ourselves, view others, and view relationships in adulthood. Attachment causes us to communicate and react to the communication of others in certain ways. Understanding attachment can help individuals better understand […]