…with the brilliance of illustrating the different mixers in each generation’s vignette. I wouldn’t have appreciated these lovely details had it not been for Gail. I think we derived just…
…is the best way to support the children in their growth.” Advice for Other Schools For other schools interested in implementing a similar approach, Martine warns, “It’s not always easy,…
…inherent part of our make up as human beings. If all goes well, we are impelled to venture forth to become viable beings. It starts with “I’ll do it myself”…
…Institute faculty submitted this year, it became clear that what I had in front of me was a collection of togetherness rituals— annual activities that weave together attachment (being known,…
…intention for it to become a regular thing. It was the beginning of a new rhythm. The important thing? We are doing this together, my girls and I, and are…
…instinct, I am tremendously grateful for the increased ‘smoothness’ in day-to-day parenting that comes with this insight. I am able to see moments of counterwill when my children resist or…
…and simply said, “Richard, it’s hard when I’m away isn’t it? I missed you and I’m glad to be back.” She never mentioned the violent note he had written to…
…adult involvement is what is needed most, and yet this is often the period where it is provided least. I simultaneously felt great sadness and great gratitude; sadness about the…
…that matter. As Robert Bly argued in Sibling Society, immaturity has become commonplace in today’s society, even among our so-called leaders. If inner conflict is truly the motor of moral development,…
…in orchid children make them more sensitive to child rearing practices – they will either wither or thrive. [ii] When they are raised in stressful environments they are greatly impacted,…