by Marjie | Apr 12, 2021 | Raising Resilient Children, Newsletter
April 2021 Newsletter* I love to watch for the first buds of the spring. In the same way, I find that when I keep my focus on finding the useful things that the children in my life do, I discover that more good blossoms into view. Our FLC team is here to support you...
by Marjie | Dec 17, 2020 | Raising Resilient Children, Mindful Parenting
In this holiday blog series, we will share ways parents can give lasting joy, connection, and happiness – without stress or over-consuming during the holidays. In part one, we explore gifts that deliver lasting happiness. Can a gift received during the...
by Marjie | Sep 8, 2020 | Raising Resilient Children, Mindful Parenting
The Family Leadership Center leadership team was delighted to welcome parents, grandparents and caregivers across the country to a workshop on setting our kids up for success and resiliency. If you missed it or want to share it with a friend, the slides and content...
by Marjie | Aug 6, 2019 | Raising Resilient Children
As parents, when hard news arrives at the doorstep, we have two immediate responsibilities. First, we have to process, try to make sense of, and comfort ourselves. Second, we need to help our children do the same. If you are wondering how to do this, here are...
by Marjie | Aug 1, 2019 | Raising Resilient Children, Handling Misbehavior, Mindful Parenting
My sister wisely told me, “Kids who are demanding time and attention need… time and attention!” I totally agree. The challenge is, how do we give a demanding kid the attention she appears to crave without feeling like we’re rewarding negative...
by Marjie | May 1, 2019 | Raising Resilient Children, Handling Misbehavior, Mindful Parenting
Dear Marjie, My child can’t settle down at bedtime unless I lie down next to her until she falls asleep. I’m not able to get anything done in the evenings or have time alone with my husband. Help! – Worn Out Mom Yes, many parents have been here! This is...
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