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 Sarah MacLaughlin | Apr 28, 2014 | advocacy for children
This title is from the often-played hit song from One Republic, “Counting Stars.” I think it is my song of the month for this lyric alone. I like to crank it up and yell that part. Because, right? Right? Do YOU want to be told what to do? No, of course you...