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Accepting Ourselves and Our Children While Embracing Growth and Change

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Accepting Ourselves And Our Children While Embracing Growth And Change

by Rebecca Eanes on Apr 18 2022
The desire to do better can exist in and of itself. It doesn’t have to be driven by a dislike or disgust of who you are now. Here are 3 steps toward self-acceptance.
6 Ways To Build Resilience In Your Child

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6 Ways To Build Resilience In Your Child

by Ashley Patek on Jan 31 2022
Often, our parental instincts encourage us to rescue our kids from unpleasant emotions or hijack their experiences to keep them safe. And while we cannot protect them from experiencing stress and distress, we can lean into our love to help them develop skills to handle these challenging moments.
3 Simple New Year’s Intentions for a Stronger Relationship with Your Child

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3 Simple New Year’s Intentions for a Stronger Relationship with Your Child

by Rebecca Eanes on Dec 27 2021
Practice these three intentions in the new year to rebuild or strengthen your parent-child bond and enjoy the fruits of a healthy relationship.
Ask Andrew: Flexible Thinking

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Ask Andrew: Flexible Thinking

by Suzanne Tucker on Oct 18 2021
Andrew answers today's question: How can I help my 5-year-old who is on the spectrum with his rigid thinking? Once he makes his mind up about something there is no changing it!
Nurturing A Natural Love For Learning

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Nurturing A Natural Love For Learning

by Ashley Patek on Aug 30 2021
How do you nurture curious risk-takers who love to learn? It starts here.
Helping Children Embrace Mistakes For A Growth Mindset

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Helping Children Embrace Mistakes For A Growth Mindset

by Ashley Patek on Jun 30 2021
Whether your kiddo strikes out at baseball, colors out of the lines, or gets a grade lower than they wanted, parents have a beautiful opportunity to honor big feelings and offer tools to help them accept and maybe even celebrate it. Here are 8 ways. 
How To Use Storytime To Reduce Clinginess & Ease Transitions

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How To Use Storytime To Reduce Clinginess & Ease Transitions

by Courtney Tharpe on Jun 04 2021
Storytime is a time when our children's imaginations are fired up, operating in the frontal lobe of their brain, and primed for learning. If you are struggling with clingy behavior, transitions, or teaching new skills, a simple, scripted story may be the best tool in your toolbox! Get your FREE scripted story printable here!
Allowance And Chores: For Learning Or Earning?

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Allowance And Chores: For Learning Or Earning?

by Ashley Patek on Apr 19 2021
Is allowance a form of bribery and reward to get kids to do their chores, or is it a way to teach our children about money management? We take a look from a positive parenting lens. 
5 Books That Build Resilience In Kids

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5 Books That Build Resilience In Kids

by Ashley Patek on Dec 01 2020
Whether it be adapting to a new classroom, being away from family during a pandemic, not making the sports team, or a change in household rituals, children face challenging situations. Here are 5 books to help children build resilience and grit. 
When Partners Disagree: Tools For Parenting On The Same Page

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When Partners Disagree: Tools For Parenting On The Same Page

by Ashley Patek on Nov 11 2019
Parenting disagreements are not uncommon, especially with so many different parenting ideologies out there. So, how can parents get on the same page?
Justin Baldoni in the store with is tantruming daughter

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Two Men and a Tantruming Toddler

by Alex Petrou on Oct 30 2019
Kids can break into full-on tantrums at the drop of a hat, and nearly every parent has been where actor Justin Baldoni found himself on Father's Day. How can we release fear of judgement and be with our tantruming toddler during their time of need?
Spanking Children Is Still Common and Still Harmful

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Spanking Children Is Still Common and Still Harmful

by Ashley Patek on Sep 13 2019
Research has shown the long-term effects of spanking on a child's mental, emotional, sexual and behavioral outcomes. And the impact of these negative childhood experiences can directly influence and run the narrative of our adulthood. Read more. 
child behavioral charts

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Why Using A Behavior Chart Is Ineffective

by Ashley Patek on Aug 14 2019
Before you decide to add to or continue using behavioral management charts, let's take a closer look at the undesirable side-effects. Read more.
Blue Dolphin and Green Hummingbird Are Perfectly Imperfect

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Blue Dolphin and Green Hummingbird Are Perfectly Imperfect

by Ashley Patek on Jul 16 2019
A manufacturing inaccuracy of Generation Mindful's SnuggleBuddies gave rise to a beautiful lesson: we are all perfectly imperfect.

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Teaching Emotional Intelligence and College Students as Change-Makers

by Alex Petrou on Nov 13 2018
Dr. Meghan Gillette, a professor in the field of Human Development and Human Studies at Iowa State University, shares the latest research on nurturing emotional intelligence in children ages 5 to 12, how she uses Team-Based Learning and her insights on teaching social and emotional skills to the next generation.
School Program Uses PeaceMakers

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School Program Uses PeaceMakers to Aide Social-Emotional Skill Building

by Alex Petrou on May 21 2017
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Fit Abilities Yoga program in the Ferguson MO School District are empowering students by using Generation Mindful's PeaceMakers mantra cards.
Growing a Growth Mindset

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Growing a Growth Mindset: The Big Life Journal

by Alex Petrou on Apr 17 2017
Parenting is hard. I am 17 years into the raising of humans, and of this one thing I am absolutely certain. I will NEVER get it "right". The good news is this: getting it "right" is no longer my goal. GROWING A GROWTH MINDSET Today I had the pleasure of chatting with mom and co-creator of the Big Life Journal Alexandra Eidens. Listen in as we talk about the gift of "doing it wrong" and the difference this 'lil journal is having for children ages 6-7 and up. Help launch the book and get in on a special discounted rate HERE by supporting the Big Life Journal's crowdfunding campaign. Want some extra help in letting go of "right" and finding more joy and less stress in parenting? Check out this free one hour webinar called Parenting From Your Center (When You Are Pissed Off). EMBRACING OUR MISTAKES It is SO not about being perfect. The truth is, we can have a powerful, positive impact on our children when we embrace our limitations (and our children's!) and practice parenting from a growth mindset. Join me and thousands of other parents in the Generation Mindful community as we move past the many pitfalls that come with having a fixed mindset. Take the free webinar. Order yourself a Big Life Journal. Say "no" to mama/papa guilt and "yes" to being enough. xo Suzanne Tucker, Founder of Generation Mindful, has helped thousands connect on a deeper level to themselves and their families. As a physical therapist with a focus on attachment, and parent educator, Suzanne offers Infant Massage and Positive Parenting classes, and private parenting support. _____________ Generation Mindful creates tools, toys, and programs that nurture emotional intelligence through play and positive discipline. Join us and receive joy in your inbox each week.