Five Signs that Your Child May be Struggling with Shame
In a recent podcast interview, I was asked an important question: What are signs that a child needs self-compassion?
Befriending Anger
Last Friday we celebrated the 4th of July in the US. For those who celebrate, did you feel a mix of feelings? Personally, I felt a big mix—happiness for good things (like friends and family), outrage and despair about some of the things happening on the political landscape of this country, and exhaustion. Each of us may have had our own mix, and all of the feelings belong.
Break the Cycle
We all have wounds that we consciously or unconsciously carry, and unless we take steps to heal ourselves, these wounds are passed down to the next generation. For me, self-compassion was key to healing my wounds and empowering my kids to do the same.
A Book Club for Your Inner Child
I have long been delighted by the many ways caregivers use the Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Workbook for Kids, including parent-child pairs, school groups, kids in private therapy sessions, and even parenting groups! Lately I’ve been hearing about another deeply touching use: healing (or simply playing with) your inner child. ?
Bring Mindful Self-Compassion to the Kids You Support?
I’m excited to share something new with you—my most accessible and enjoyable teacher training yet!
This bite-sized, engaging course is designed to help you share mindfulness and self-compassion with children in simple, playful ways.
Being on Your Own Side
Do you ever feel guilty or responsible for things you can’t control? Me, too. For many of us, our childhoods primed us to feel this way. But, our feelings are not facts, and we can grow inner strengths that can liberate us from old, unhelpful beliefs.
Did I mention that…
Have I mentioned lately that you are loveable exactly as you are? Just like this—flaws and beauty wrapped up in one beloved package. You can love yourself just like this. And your kiddos, too. You can love them as their shiny, imperfect selves, and teach them to do the same.
The Key to Releasing Difficult Emotions
Today, I’d like to share a little about feelings. This past weekend I felt abundant positive feelings as family and friends shared birthday wishes with me. I allowed myself to bask and soak in feelings of love, which made my heart area feel warm.
Celebrate!
Hello Friends,
Two school years and 16 adventures later, fifth graders at Fratney Elementary have made it to the celebration at the end of the series of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Workbooks for Kids!
How Self-Compassion Saved my Daughter…and Me
Hello Friends,
Today I’d like to share a post that I wrote many years ago. It is my family’s journey to self-compassion and why I dedicate my life to intergenerational healing. Scroll all the way down to see how my daughter has grown and changed over the years 🙂