by Carol Mastroianni | Sep 10, 2024 | Honoring Emotions, Navigating Uncertain Times, Parenting Tips
School shootings are scary, heartbreaking, and confusing, to say the least. They can even stir up all sorts of unexpected emotions for those who were not directly involved in it. During times like these, our world gets very small, and we can feel the enormity of the...
by Carol Mastroianni | Feb 5, 2024 | Parenting Tips
We have all been there at one time or another when a seemingly innocent conversation with our child takes a turn for the worse. It could be that they are tired, hungry or feeling stressed? Maybe it is the topic itself that makes them feel uncomfortable for one reason...
by Carol Mastroianni | Sep 20, 2023 | Parenting Tips
As parents, we want to swoop in and save our children from any heartache whenever possible. However, it is also important that our children learn from their action or inaction through natural consequences. This approach emphasizes the importance of natural...
by Carol Mastroianni | Sep 18, 2023 | Parenting Tips
When we focus solely on the behavior our child is exhibiting, we often miss the underlying pain that the behavior is trying to protect. Children, much like adults, exhibit behaviors as a response to their emotional states. However, unlike adults, they might lack the...
