Todays world is very complex and confusing. This is exactly a time when parents and teenagers need to have open, honest communication. However, many teenagers report feeling frustrated with their parents because they feel that their parents do not listen to them. As a result, many teenagers decide not to listen to their parents. They […]
Hey there, beautiful soul. If you’re reading this, you’re likely someone who feels the world on a deeper level—a healer, an empath, or a creative with a heart tuned to the subtle energies that flow through everything. You sense those powerful, invisible force fields, the relational threads connecting all beings. It’s like you’re wired to […]
For many—especially those in marginalized communities—the current political climate doesn’t just feel tense. It feels unsafe. Rights are questioned. Protections fade. Safety can feel temporary. Coping with political anxiety in these times is not just important—it’s necessary. If you’re not directly targeted but love people who are, the fear still hits. You see laws shift […]
Do you ever feel like you’re carrying the weight of everyone else’s emotions, leaving you completely exhausted? If you’re an empath, that drained feeling might be all too familiar, and you might not even realize why your energy keeps slipping away. I’ve been there, pouring myself out without understanding how my openness was tied to […]
It is the beginning of the elementary school year also the middle school year too. And parents have been asking questions about IEPs (Individualized Educational Plan). Parents are having difficulties arranging meetings and getting specific answers what will be included in their child’s IEP or is the school going to offer them a 504 […]
Classrooms are more than places of academic learning—they are emotional ecosystems where children bring their full selves, including anxiety, anger, sadness, or fears. When a child struggles to regulate emotions, it can affect not only their own learning but also the classroom environment. Teachers often find themselves managing emotional outbursts without the training or support […]
Over the next few weeks, many teenagers will start High School. There will be many changes for them and for you as a parent. As your teen enters high school they are also starting to enter the adult world. This is now a time for them to start to take on new responsibilities and to […]
The other day there was a mass shooting in New York City by a man who believed he had CTE. This is a disorder caused by head traumas, usually concussions. It’s summer time and many teenagers are out swimming, driving and skateboarding just to name a few summer activities. In addition if they play high […]
Why It’s So Hard to Be Kind to Yourself (And How to Start) It’s easy to be kind to everyone except yourself. You hold space for your friends. You offer forgiveness to family. You cheer for strangers online. But when it comes to your own inner voice, it’s a different story. Instead of compassion, you […]
Everyday demands can bring on stress and anxiety, from work, to school, or showing up for others. Feeling overwhelmed with deadlines, pressure, or worry can take a toll on mood, self-esteem, focus, and mental or physical wellbeing. Some stressors may be unavoidable, but developing a stress reduction plan can make it more manageable. Mindfulness is […]
