Decades ago, children spent most of their free time outside playing, learning and exploring. Today’s kids spend the vast majority of their time inside. With depression and anxiety rates rising, it may be more important than ever to get kids outdoors to help improve their mental health. Do you remember being told “Go outside and …
4 Simple Tips To Build Your Child’s Self-Esteem
Every one of us is worthy and valued. We learn our self-worth and value early on from those around us – – mainly our family. As parents, there are many simple ways we can help to build our child’s self-esteem starting at a very young age. Let’s look at 4 simple tips you can use …
How To Help Your Child Through Divorce
Divorce is difficult no matter the circumstances. Feelings of guilt, anger, and worry are all normal while grieving the loss of a relationship. Divorce is also overwhelming and traumatic to children, too. There are ways to help your children through divorce so they can grieve what they’ve lost and eventually look forward to and enjoy …
Simple Ways To Teach Your Children Gratitude
Do your children appreciate what they have instead of always asking for more? Or, are your children lacking in gratitude? Not only does gratitude create a better sense of well-being, it can increase self-esteem and empathy, while reducing anger and aggression. How can you raise your children to be grateful for what they have instead …