Ground Hog Day, Bill Murray, & Things That Matter

February 2, 2010

Happy Ground Hog Day!  Are you kidding me?  No, here is central Pennsylvania – that’s still a big deal. One of my Penn State graduate students actually had her parents come visit from out of state to be at Gobbler’s Knob at dawn this morning to see Punxsutawney Phil’s prognostication – a longer cold winter, […]

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A Parent’s Serenity Prayer

January 29, 2010

Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Serenity… May I find the peace of mind to know I’ve done the best I could, and that is enough. To know that I’ve loved each of my children with […]

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Of Holiday Traditions and Transitions

December 20, 2009

It’s the holiday season and the end of the year.  A time for celebration and reflection.  Winter Solstice, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa – celebrations all about bringing light and love back into the world. In our house we enjoy many Christmas traditions, ones that strengthen our family bonds across the generations and across the miles.  Our […]

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How can my family stress less during the holidays?

December 13, 2009

The same way you can move from “stressed and surviving” to “thankful and thriving” the rest of the year, too – using my TIME OFF, TIME IN, and TIME OUT strategies!  Try using some of these tips from my “T3” Family Wellness Program: Take TIME OFF to… Regain Perspective.  Zoom out and look at the […]

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On Gratitude and Giving

December 8, 2009

I remember vividly one day when I was a young boy, during catechism class when the stern, habit-headed nun asked us, “What day is Thanksgiving?” – referring to the upcoming holiday.  Hands flew up, and everybody took a guess, “November 24th,” “Next Thursday,”  “November 30th,” “the third Thursday of November – no, the fourth.”  After […]

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What Rituals Will Help Me Connect With My Tween The Best

November 29, 2009

There are two complimentary ways to approach this challenge of staying connected with your child as they grow up. First, one of the most powerful things you can do is to schedule and keep a standing “special time” playdate or hang-out time with your child.  Here are the ingredients that will ensure your special time […]

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More Precious Than Gold- Measuring your family’s true wealth

November 24, 2009

Gold is soaring in value to an all-time high right now.  People are nervous about their investments, whatever they may have left.  During this recession, as in other economic hard times, people flock to precious metals.  (Which I confess, strikes me as kind of absurd, but that’s another topic for another professional.) Many families are […]

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How do I get my child to open up to me more?

November 15, 2009

So you’re interested in getting your child to talk more with you.  You seem to really care about what he thinks and feels, and want him to trust you more – is that right?  Well, let’s see what we can do to help you get more of that closeness you’re seeking. I just demonstrated part […]

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“Slow Down to Cheer Up – Less Stress Success for Busy Families”

November 8, 2009

It’s mid-fall and the school-year routine is in full swing. Go, go, go! Hurry up so we don’t miss the bus.  Is that homework done yet?  Get off that computer and come set the table.  Grab your shoes, we’re late for practice.  Oh, it’s Tuesday, you have music lessons, too.  Did you practice your instrument?  […]

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What Consequences Work Best with a Defiant Child?

October 25, 2009

There are two main factors you’ll want to keep in mind when choosing consequences to eliminate the daily power struggles you face with a defiant child. First, let me ask you a seemingly silly question.  Do you believe that in the end, good triumphs over evil?  That the forces of love are stronger than hate?  […]

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