The Common Perspective On “Bad” Behaviour When a kid acts in ways we would prefer they don’t we can look at this as an obstacle or we can choose to […]

My daughter is a very optimistic happy joyful kid! She is very fair and giving and fun. She is loving and patient and kind. Yet she is very aware of […]

Seeking Compliance It can be very frustrating when we want our kids to obey us, to follow us or to cooperate with us and they are resisting. We do so […]

Introducing Conscious Parenting to Older Kids I talk and write a lot about saying YES to kids and raising them in an atmosphere of freedom and respect. Doing away with […]

This blog post is so Beautiful. Take a moment to read it then read my short response below. http://www.handsfreemama.com/2014/04/29/children-who-shine-from-within/ We are Guardians of Their Light Protecting the inner light of […]

I have a deep desire to help children. To help them reach their potential. To help them create a positive self-image. To help them feel kindness, compassion and patience towards […]

Today I celebrate the birthday of my best friend. The BEST person I know. My learning partner, my teacher, a fountain of wisdom. A being with a sharp, discerning, flexible […]

Playing Games When it appears that a kid is playing games to manipulate their parents There is always something deeper going on beneath the surface. As long as we deal […]

I am listening to Tina Fed’s audio book. It is one of the funniest things I have heard. She is intelligent, insightful, and her deeply feminist perspective is inspiring. Manipulation […]