Talking to the Parents/Caregivers Now

Talking to the Parents/Caregivers Now

Leaders, there are some lessons here for you too.   Parenting is not a science even with all of the advice, books, workshops, guides, and formulas we are often figuring it out as we go. Whether we know what we are doing or not there are many things happening...
To Be or Not To Be Empathetic

To Be or Not To Be Empathetic

Four Things To Consider   I was having a tough day processing yet another loss of a very close loved one, we’ve had seven in the last two years. A good friend reached out to say he knew how close I was to this person and he was sorry for my loss. I really...
Listening Beyond Our Comfort Zone Hurts

Listening Beyond Our Comfort Zone Hurts

Why, like any exercise, it’s worth it.   I’m Fired Up Right Now!! I have been listening to a book on racism that I thought would be good to listen to. From what I have heard, the author believes there is racism, but presents a different view from...
Parental Power Is an Easy Card to Play

Parental Power Is an Easy Card to Play

Our children need us to make a better choice.   When we find ourselves with the challenge of handling situations with our children that are pretty much designed to push our buttons or at least we think they are designed to, pulling the parental power card is a...