School Routines: Avoid the Pain!
Parents often celebrate the idea of their kids going back to school, but in the thick of getting back into a routine, drama can ensue making what could be a fun and exciting time turn stressful. With a little preparation and pre-framing, the adjustment of going back to school can be a smooth process for […]
3 Ways to Get Teenagers Active This Summer
As summer approaches, many parents face the challenge of keeping their teenagers engaged and active. With the promise of long, sunny days comes the risk of inactivity as screens and leisure time take precedence. To help combat the summer slump, here are three effective ways to get teenagers moving, exploring new interests, and enjoying this […]
Adults, Why Martial Arts Could Be a Life Saver
How martial arts can make a difference in your life We know what you the first thought most likely was when you read the above title, however, it is not what you might have expected. Yes, martial arts does teach self-defense and awareness. Put in a difficult situation, most martial artist have a high probability […]
Most Common Factors That Change My Child’s Habits Each Holiday Season
You don’t have to be a child psychiatrist or doctor to guess why children’s behavior changes during the holidays. Changes to their diet, sleeping schedule and overall excitement from visiting family are likely the most common. In a perfect world, parents would make their children keep the same eating habits and schedules all year long, […]
Don’t Wait for November to Show Gratitude or Teach it to Your Children
For many, we see November as gratitude month, but why do most wait until November to show gratitude in a larger capacity than earlier in the year? Life seems like it moves faster than ever, everyone is in a hurry, off to a sports practice, lots of homework, work deadlines are due and the list […]
How to Get Your Kids to “Want” to Wake Up In The Morning
First, let’s evaluate the situation. Take two separate scenarios and soon you will see how a few little changes can make a big difference. For example, if you kids were big Disney World fans and they needed to get up at 7:00 am for a family vacation to Disney World; do you think it would […]
5 Ways to Help your Kids Improve Their Confidence this School Year
Back to School is a challenging time for kids. Getting back to a routine, reviewing material they may have temporarily forget from the last school year and of course fitting in socially are some of the many challenges kids face returning back to school. Here are 5 tips to help your kids start this school […]
5 Ways to Keep Your Kids Off Video Games This Summer
Hey Parents, Keeping your kids physically active and their brains engaged in healthy activities can be challenging over the summer. If you live in a climate that is really hot every summer like Florida, Texas, and Georgia just to name a few, you options could be limited so it takes a little creativity. Here are […]
How to Correct Kids with Low Confidence and Self-Esteem
Before we start, remember every child is unique and some modifications might need to be made when dealing with children. With that being said, lets discuss today’s topic, correcting kids who do not take constructive criticism very well. First, where does low confidence and self-esteem stem from? That question is more complicated than you might […]
You Have To Be Uncomfortable Before You Can Be Comfortable
Tallahassee Adults and Parents, It is not uncommon that people of all ages do not want to get in front of others. At one time, it was said that more people were afraid of public speaking than anything else. What many do not realize is the very thing that could help them feel more confident […]
How to Boost Your Child’s Confidence Through Competition
Tallahassee Parents, Competition has changed quite a bit over the last few decades. Many sports present all players a trophy for participation regardless of their performance. Although we all like acknowledgment, these actions can take away the many benefits of organized competition. A confident person often stems from someone who has learned from their mistakes, […]
How to Deal with Tantrums and Meltdowns
Tallahassee Parents, First, this article is about your child’s tantrums and meltdowns, not yours. Kids have them and all parents deal with them at some point. What do you do? How is the best way to handle these situations? First, understand that meltdowns/tantrums are caused by something and it is not always directly related to […]