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by Suzanne Tucker on Mar 26 2021

We, as humans, are not broken, and therefore nothing has to be "fixed". Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to remind us that we are all perfectly imperfect, whole and complete, just as we are in this minute.

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If I Could Turn Back Time

by Suzanne Tucker on Mar 22 2021

In the recent time change, we may have lost an hour, but right now, we have this time. Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to create space and restore ourselves, because we all matter and we all deserve healing energy.

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Why Am I Grieving? 3 Tips For Coping With Ambiguous Loss

by Guest Author on Mar 16 2021

Learning to cope with a global pandemic creates a widespread level of ambiguous loss. It’s been within this paradox of embracing the innovation of “the new normal” while grieving “the old normal” that I have felt it most.

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How To Create A Calm Down Space Your Kids Won't Fight About

by Ashley Patek on Mar 15 2021

We share tips on setting up your Calming Corner for more than one child so it doesn't become another thing on the list of things they argue over.

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I Will Survive

by Suzanne Tucker on Mar 12 2021

Parenting is no joke. It is a challenge ... and some days, weeks and years (hello 2020/21) more so than others. We may not be where we want to go but we have come a mighty long way. Join Selina as she shares tools for our everyday parenting toolkits, and leads a mindful moment to pause and reflect on our parenting challenges while holding grace and space for ourselves.

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Preschooler Teaches Her Younger Sister About Emotions While Learning To Manage Her Own

by Ashley Patek on Mar 11 2021

The last thing Kelly wanted was another gimmick for a tired, worn-out parent. She was overwhelmed and out of ideas on how to manage her daughters' meltdowns. But then something amazing happened ... her oldest daughter taught her youngest daughter how to use a feelings chart.

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The Most Precious Gift We Have Is The Accumulation Of Seconds With Our Children

by Ashley Patek on Mar 01 2021

“Mommy, will you lay with me?” The back of my son’s jammie shirt lay slightly spotted as it caught my silent tears. The most precious gift we have is the accumulation of seconds with our children. And this is what they need us to know.

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Who Is Part Of Your Parenting Village?

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 26 2021

Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to send gratitude to those who are part of our parenting village and those who allow us to be part of theirs.

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Parenting Still Takes a Village, Here’s 5 Fresh Reasons Why

by Ashley Patek on Feb 23 2021

When we realize one truth - that we don’t have to do it all, all of the time, we buttress our child’s social and emotional development right alongside our own.

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A Parent's Guide: Meditate With Toddlers And Teens To Improve Emotional Intelligence And Resilience

by Ashley Patek on Feb 18 2021

Even though today’s kids exhibit elevated levels of restlessness, stress, and anxiety, only 1.6% of children in the U.S. meditate. Here are the benefits of meditation on the developing brain and how parents can practice meditation with kids at every age.

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Staying Mindful During Teen Tantrums

by Guest Author on Feb 16 2021

Like young children, teens thrive off feeling safe and connected. Here is how you can navigate a teen tantrum.

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Learning To Love Myself Through Motherhood

by Ashley Patek on Feb 15 2021

"I have never called my enoughness into question more than becoming a mother." This mama shares how she learned to love herself through the messiness of Motherhood.

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Celebrating Small Victories In Parenting

by Guest Author on Feb 08 2021

A bad moment doesn't mean we are a bad parent. And when we can embrace this, it transforms our relationships with ourselves and our children.

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Affirming Ourselves

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 05 2021

Selina helps us slip into a positive mindset through affirmations.

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Three Ways To Stop Misbehavior

by Guest Author on Feb 04 2021

When time-outs didn't work, this mom turned to three things, and it stopped her child's misbehavior.

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Celebrating Life And Having Fun

by Suzanne Tucker on Jan 29 2021

Celebrate this messy, beautiful life as Selina leads a playful game followed by a mindful moment to celebrate the joy and beauty of this life.

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Bringing The Shadows To Light: Reparenting Yourself In Motherhood

by Ashley Patek on Jan 25 2021

One mama went into the shadows of her youth to heal the wounds of emotional neglect. And in doing so, she reparented herself, and transformed the connection with her daughter.

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Re-Parenting Ourselves To Parent Our Children

by Suzanne Tucker on Jan 22 2021

As we parent our kids, we are often re-parenting ourselves, too. Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment, allowing us to parent our children and re-parent ourselves with compassion in our hearts and with the courage to ask for what we want and need.