…They don’t play by the rules or believe the rules apply to them. Bullies don’t think twice and lack the capacity for reflection. They are fearless, tearless, immature, and have…
…when homework needs to get done? Why do some teens oppose and rail against rules and limits around technology use, driving them to push back at parents? At first glance,…
…spend time basking in their affection for us. This is what will prepare us to face the demands of the next day. Unfortunately, when bad news comes home, no one…
…to spend time with them was always there. These messages made me feel valued. I’m sure my parents weren’t conscious of the impact they had on me; they were just…
…big crowds, and also gave us the impression that she enjoyed our company and shared our sense of fun. While the other teachers just wandered around watching us from afar,…
…much too shy to run naked through the streets yelling ‘Eureka.’ And I didn’t think of this while in the bath as did Archimedes. But nevertheless I believe I’ve got…
…best. When we feel overwhelmed and lost, it is about who we look to that will help ground us, to center us, and to bring us back to ourselves. It…
…missing her usual Hannukah traditions this year. She writes: This year we’ll be preparing for Hannukah the way we usually do, but for the first time that I can remember,…
…more ‘seriously’ but we need to remember that play promotes feelings of safety and rest. It will take the attention off the risks and put the focus on the rules…
…rest; that when we share scary things with others whom we trust, it helps us heal. He got teary and hugged me as he remembered more of the details. All…