By Roy Eiermann, Food is Fuel! Let’s talk about something that might make you roll your eyes…diet. But hear me out. This isn’t about cutting you off from your love of bread or telling you dessert is a no-no. This is about how you fuel yourself. This is about how to keep going so you…
By Roy Eiermann, LCPC I hate self-care. Well, sort of. I hate the phrase. And there are times I hate doing it too. Confused? Let me explain. As a parent, we pour so much into our kids, and it can be easy to feel like there’s no time or energy left for ourselves. But here’s…
By Bryan Post Parenting is not about control—it’s about connection. When we shift from reacting to responding with love, we create a space where healing, trust, and cooperation flourish. Today, I want to share with you three simple yet transformative parenting techniques that you can begin using right now to build a stronger, more peaceful…
By Randall A. Ramirez, LCSW, LMFT In a recent article of Developmental Science (November 2024), a large-scale study of infants concluded that, “There is no evidence for innate morality. Children under ten months are not yet capable of distinguishing a good action from a bad one.” This was meant to test a long-held belief among…
By Wendy Witham, LMFT As our foster/adoptive teens turn 18, we look forward to them being able to launch successfully into their adult life. Launching might involve finishing high school, going to college, getting vocational training, employment, moving to independent living, taking financial responsibility, and practicing good social and life skills. We also hope that…
Switch your focus from changing your child’s behavior to being the best parent you can possibly be. When author and therapist Roy Eiermann discovered this shift in his own life, he could rest at night without worrying about his parenting ability. Sound like something you’d like to try? Find key tips in our new blog post!
