Compassion
3 Ways to Inspire Kids to Share
New research provides insight into what matters to kids when they decide to give.
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mindful parenting
Focus
The Science of Fidget Spinners: Mindful or Mindless?
A look a the science of fidgeting—Plus 5 games that use fidget spinners to make mindfulness accessible and help it stick with both kids and adults.
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Compassion
The Art of Admiring: A Mindful Lesson from a Toy Camera
How one photo-addicted mom found mindfulness in her daughter's toy camera. Plus, a simple noticing practice for non-judgemental awareness.
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Compassion
Sesame Street Brings Kindness to the Block
Sesame Street taps mindfulness experts to build kindness into its 2017 season.
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Calm
Getting Kids Unhooked from Their Smartphones
Setting guidelines around kids' tech use starts with the habits and conscious choices of parents. Mark Bertin, MD, shares tips on how families can be mindful with their tech.
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Calm
How Gratitude Helps Us Get Better at Dealing with Change
The surest way back from a negative outlook: actively focus on things that fulfill you.
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Compassion
What Happens When We Shield Kids from Boredom
When we offer kids endless entertainment and activities, do we end up stifling their imaginations?
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Calm
Three Tips for Raising Resilient Teens
The teen years are tumultuous, but as adolescents test boundaries and become a bit defiant, it also lays the groundwork for a sense of purpose and individuality. Here's how parents can help teens thrive.
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Kids and Teens
Connecting with Challenging Kids by Leaning in to Discomfort
Off-putting behavior can make us feel awkward—but it's a message, an unintentional way that children and teens telegraph their emotional pain. When we lean in to that pain, the results change the conversation.
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Compassion
Letting the Chips Fall: Control and Letting Go with Your Children
It's natural to have a game plan—maybe even a blueprint—for our children. But when things get tough, can you go loose? It might be the key to accepting everything from a fresh dent in the car door to larger issues that come up.
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