Stay-at-Home Dads: Changing Times, Changing Roles This Sunday, we cheered for moms on Mother's Day. But let's not forget the stay-at-home dads. Some of them might feel a bit left out. They often do the same moms' jobs, but people don't always notice. The pandemic has made things even more mixed up. Many parents [...]
May Day Week: Integrating Mindfulness and Self-Care May Day Week is a time to celebrate the ancient tradition of Beltane, marking the beginning of the pastoral summer season. In this spirit of new beginnings, growth, and celebration, we must prioritize mindfulness and self-care to enhance our well-being. Finding balance can be challenging in our [...]
What really comes with the new ‘normal’? The time we have all waited patiently for is right around the corner. With the help of the three, effective vaccines and hardworking scientists, the United States’ COVID-19 rates have continued to decline. Although it seems as if there should be only highs from here, many people [...]
“When you heal yourself and assist others with their self-healing, you heal the Earth. You do make a difference.” Laurel Steinhice; Channeling the Earth Mother (In Diane Stein’s Dreaming the Past, Dreaming the Future: A Herstory of the Earth) Reiki is an approach that involves touch and channeling energy to a [...]
The new home dynamic has completely changed over the course of a few days due to COVID-19. The concept of villages raising children (i.e. through school and extra-curricular activities) has been swapped for single unit care. Parents used to kid-free time during work, or while the kids are at school [...]
We are living in interesting times. It seems as though over a weekend our lives have completely changed. And just as suddenly, we have had to adapt as a community for the greater good. Social distancing has been recommended globally as a means of “flattening the curve”. It’s one of [...]
The world is in a state, to say the least. It’s full of anxiety and fear. It feels chaotic and overwhelming. As soon as we seem to have a grip on things, things change again. For some, it feels…well…a little hopeless. But there’s a group of us holding strong in [...]
While the concept of therapy and counseling is becoming more mainstream in recent years, there is still a negative stigma surrounding it. This is why as a parent, contemplating the idea that your child may need therapy can feel overwhelming. These decisions aren’t easy, especially when you need to make [...]
I am sure you have heard about the trend in coloring books and doodling. You can go to your local bookstore, grocery store, and even toy store to find intricate and detailed coloring books. While those coloring books are beautiful and lovely (I have a few myself), they are not [...]
Valentine’s Day was only a week ago. And we’re sure that there was some disappointment out there in regard to meeting expectations. Before you throw your significant other in the emotional doghouse, take a moment to reflect upon your communication. If you were expecting something big and romantic, did you [...]
