60. Family Vacations: Expectations vs. Reality (And How to Actually Enjoy Them)
Family vacations are supposed to feel magical - but what happens when they don’t? In this post, we explore the gap between expectations and reality in summer and travel with kids, and how to stay connected, grounded, and present even when things don’t go as planned.
59. Fight. Flight. Freeze. Fawn. What is Your Default Stress Response?
Why do you snap, shut down, avoid, or people-please in stressful moments - especially when you don’t want to? In this post, we break down the four default stress responses (fight, flight, freeze, and fawn) and how your nervous system shapes the way you show up in parenting and relationships.
50. Growing Good Timber: A Metaphor for Resilience
Parents instinctively want to shield their children from discomfort, but struggles are essential for growth. Rescuing removes challenges, while supporting helps children develop resilience and confidence. By allowing children to navigate frustrations with a steady parental presence, they learn to face life’s challenges, much like trees that grow stronger in the wind.