by smaclaughlin | Jan 23, 2016 | connection parenting, emotional intelligence, family, limits, mindful parenting, modeling, self-care, Uncategorized
When I ask parents about taking good care of themselves, the answer I hear most frequently, especially from moms, is, “Yeah, I definitely don’t get enough ‘me-time.'” Well, no. No one does. I think there’s a better lens through which to...
by smaclaughlin | Dec 14, 2015 | family, gratitude, holidays, humor, illness, mindful parenting, modeling
Hello there….it’s almost WINTER! Season’s Greetings to you whatever you may celebrate, even if it is merely the changing of the light. It is certainly waning, and the tendency is to go inward and hibernate a bit. Sometimes this can be mellow and...
by smaclaughlin | Oct 31, 2015 | mindful parenting, modeling, perspective, problem-solving
You might think I’m going to spend this post talking about how we need to foster curiosity in our children. How important it is for growing people to be asked questions; not just told facts and answers (or what to do). Or how the power of inquiry can help build...
by smaclaughlin | May 26, 2015 | mindful parenting, PEAK Parenting, perspective
Wait, are we raising children? Or grown-ups? Click below for my answer. I totally get that you want to know–“Is this worth my time and money?” If you haven’t already read my FAQ, you can check that out here (scroll to the bottom of the...
by smaclaughlin | May 16, 2015 | attachment parenting, balance, brain science, mindful parenting
We all want calm family interactions and cooperative kids. PEAK Parenting’s focus on current brain research and empathy makes it a potent combination for bringing about positive change. Have you read bunches of parenting books, felt like you “got...
by smaclaughlin | Dec 27, 2014 | mindful parenting, modeling, power, problem-solving, resiliency, safety, violence
I am a woman and I have a boy child. This has proved to be a learning edge for me. It has been a joyful, worrisome, and enlightening endeavor. In my home we have worked hard to create an emotionally safe environment—a place where shame is close to nil, emotions are...
