One way ticket in hand going around the world with my husband and three year old. We both left our secure, well paying jobs to check off the biggest ‘to do’ on our bucket list: take a trip around the world. We are now six months in and we are currently in Dubai. Sunny, unbelievably…
A new school year can feel like an immediate switch in state of mind. It’s going from flip flops, swimming and staying up late watching movies to homework, an early rise and a constant state of rush. Every kid will respond differently to the beginning of a new school year. Some are eager for it’s…
School is supposed to be viewed as a safe haven for our kids. We have many kids that feel a stronger sense of safety and consistency at school over their own home. There is supposed to be a sense of safety and structure when it comes to walking into school every day. So…
Relationships in life can be tough. As parents, we want the very best for our kids including being in healthy relationships. I believe the example we set in our relationships with friends and our partner set the ultimate example for them. Our kids get crazy convoluted and unhealthy definitions of relationships from friends and social…
We need to listen with greater intent to our kids. There are so many who are aching with hurt and being silent. They are uncertain where to turn and often question if there hurt is valid. I believe the manner in which we listen can influence how we see them and how well we pick…
Fear. It’s real and sometimes it can paralyze us from really living. There are healthy fears in life that protect us from harm. There are other fears that deter us from living a life of experience and growth. It’s a bummer. Fear is defined as an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or…
You want to become a healthier human being? Do you desire for your kids and loved ones to have a well balanced life, healthy relationships and handle stress better? I’ve got one word for you…empathy. We live in a society plagued with all and everything revolving around self. It’s a crazy disservice that has a…
Girl Power. In a day of millions of selfies, tweets, posts and texting we are in a massive influx of females that feel unattractive, inadequate and insignificant. Social media is one of many factors to blame for young women who do not possess girl power. Our young women receive an airbrushed message from the world…
No one wants their child subjected to the cruel and unforgiving world of drug addiction. Currently, most of you know someone affected by drug addition. The statistics are staggering. The reality is, we are in a war and it is one we are not properly equipping ourselves to fight. I believe we need to be…
When we think of a role model our mind may immediately associate this with a famous athlete or movie star. The truth is, when you look in the mirror you’re looking at a role model. Did you know that? How about when your kids look in the mirror? Do you think that’s what they see staring…