Empowerment Skills

07/04/2019

In case you missed it, here is a link to the NH Chronicle story.

A kid's etiquette class where phones and elbows aren't allowed on the table.

06/29/2019

I am honored to share that I will be on NH Chronicle!

Please tune in July 2 at 7:00 PM to learn more about what I do and why I do it.

A kid's etiquette class where phones and elbows aren't allowed on the table.

06/26/2019

Balance is key!
"In fact, studies found teenage girls that had high social media usage but also had high face-to-face socialization escaped the negative impact girls with only high social media usage suffered"

95% of U.S. teens have access to smart phones with 45% reporting they're online “almost constantly.” What kind long-term effect will this have on kids?

06/01/2019

Today, I had the privilege of speaking at Stand By Me - a day of workshops for Ross A. Lurgio 7th grade students and their parents.
This is a fantastic event and I am honored to be part of it!

05/06/2019

Are you over committed & stressed out?
Your children are watching... is that what you want them to see?

Prevent overcommitment with grace and poise.

04/30/2019

Great article from Psychology Today reviewing the importance of teaching manners and good social behavior.

"as we want our children to be happy and take on responsibilities beyond self-interest, we must do something. Telling our children that they are wonderful is not enough. Neither is believing in their potential. Here is what you can do:"

How to prevent going from “no response” to “irresponsible.”

01/18/2019

"Resilient kids have a sense they can figure out what they need to do and can handle what is thrown at them with a sense of confidence"

Thank you Lynn Lyons, Psychotherapist, Anxiety and Children for sharing this great article.

While adulthood is filled with serious responsibilities, childhood isn't exactly stress-free. Kids take tests, learn new information, change schools, change neighborhoods, get sick, get braces, encounter bullies, make new friends and occasionally get hurt by those friends. What helps kids in navigat...

01/11/2019

This is classic. The video shows two teenage boys trying to use a rotary phone. My how things have changed!

The two American teenagers, Jake, left, and Kyle, right, struggle with a rotary phone, spending a few minutes deciding whether they should remove the handset from the cradle.

01/08/2019

"It is always cool, honorable and impressive to use manners"

This is a great article. Although the title calls attention to teen boys, I think it is great advice for our sons AND daughters as they dip their toes into the world of dating (or whatever they are calling it these days).

https://parentingteensandtweens.com/what-i-want-my-teenage-son-to-know-about-dating/?fbclid=IwAR0vKX7fyY-XcgexBy-AMF4hzp9Lu3Yot6SYZm-kLPffWnjR51UCJ-Elqgk

10/31/2018

Happy Halloween! 🎃 👻

This is a wonderful opportunity to remind your children about the importance of empathy and kindness.

Passing along a friend’s post....

Tonight, a lot of creatures will visit your door. Be open minded. The child who is grabbing more than one piece of candy might have poor fine motor skills. The child who takes forever to pick out one piece of candy might have motor planning issues. The child who does not say "trick or treat" or "thank you" might be painfully shy, non-verbal, or selectively mute. If you cannot understand their words, they may struggle with developmental apraxia of speech. They are thankful in their hearts and minds. The child who looks disappointed when he sees your bowl might have a life-threatening allergy. The child who isn't wearing a costume at all might have SPD or autism. Be kind, be patient, smile, pretend you understand. It's everyone's Halloween. Make a parent feel good by making a big deal of their special child. ♥" ~

And make the child feel good by being nice. Like super nice. And act like you totally get the joke and it’s hilarious.

Happy Halloween! 🧡💚🧡💚

10/28/2018

I will be at MOMS Club of Bedford, NH Trunk or Treat today. Will I see you there?