“ Children learn more from what you are than what you teach .” – W.E.B. Du Bois When we went out for dinner recently, there was this cute little swing hanging from a tree branch… just a log and rope, right in our line of sight to the live singer performing. It was impossible not…… Continue reading Swing & Missed
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Let Them Find Their People
“Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.” – Margaret Mead There’s a quiet pattern I’ve often noticed in some homes … especially among loving, well-intentioned parents . Every visit from relatives, every friendship… basically, every interaction that involves their child is orchestrated. Who the child meets, how long they spend, what…… Continue reading Let Them Find Their People
Grades Vs Growth
“Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed.” -Maria Montessori Every afternoon, when my niece—who is in 2nd grade—returns from school, a familiar ritual begins. Her mom’s phone starts ringing, with parents calling to confirm what homework has been assigned, what tests are coming up, or which projects are due.…… Continue reading Grades Vs Growth
Roaring Expectations: Understanding the “Tiger Mom”
“Nothing is fun until you’re good at it.”— Amy Chua, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother In a recent talk show about parenting, I heard the term “Tiger Moms” and it piqued my curiosity. As I dug deeper, I discovered that this phrase isn’t just a catchy label—it represents an entire philosophy of parenting that…… Continue reading Roaring Expectations: Understanding the “Tiger Mom”
The Lost Art of Being Present
“The most precious gift we can offer anyone is our attention.” – Thich Nhat Hanh I’ve been noticing something increasingly common—and unsettling—around me. My househelp walks in with a phone to her ear, continues to do her work with her head bent and the phone wedged between her shoulder and cheek. Often, she hands me…… Continue reading The Lost Art of Being Present
Little Ears, Big Impact: The Hidden Costs of Words
“Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded.” – Jess Lair We’ve all had those moments—whether with family or friends—where we’re sharing a laugh, venting about a tough day, or celebrating our kids’ successes. But sometimes, when our kids are around, we don’t realize how much our words can affect…… Continue reading Little Ears, Big Impact: The Hidden Costs of Words
The Art of Letting Go: When Parents Need to Wean Themselves
Recently, I attended a social gathering where a lot of women came together. And you know what struck me? More than 90% of the conversation was about our children. It was a bit daunting to realize how much the role of being a mother dominates and takes over a woman’s personality, goals, thoughts, and, in…… Continue reading The Art of Letting Go: When Parents Need to Wean Themselves
U ‘n US- The Bowenian Way
All human relationships are driven by two counterbalancing forces, individuality and togetherness. The degree of success with which we reconcile these two forces depends on the ‘differentiation of self’.
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