Compassion
Three Ways to Raise Empathic Kids So They Become Compassionate Adults
Considering how to make the children in our lives better people helps us reflect on how we ourselves can be more compassionate.
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Calm
Four Ways to Support Teens’ Social-Emotional Development at School
Here are four ways you can help teens to develop greater self-awareness—and ultimately enhance their sense of status and respect among peers and adults.
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Kindergarteners Talk About Mindfulness in “Just Breathe” Short Film
In the four-minute film, kindergarteners discuss coping with emotions and using meditation and breathing techniques.
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How to Decipher the Emotions Behind Your Child’s Behaviors
Being open to your child's thoughts and feelings can help with the trickiest parenting struggles.
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Compassion
Four Ways to Foster Gratitude in Children
Children who learn to practice gratitude are happier and more optimistic in the long run. Try this four-step practice to foster gratitude with your child.
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Calm
What Your Teen is Really Saying When They’re Angry
Here are four ways to respond to your teen's anger—and a mindfulness practice to encourage smoother communication.
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Compassion
Mindful Parenting: Give Yourself Space to Choose to Respond
Putting space between you and your reaction allows you to respond with kindness—both to your children, and to other parents.
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Compassion
How to Teach Kids Forgiveness Skills
Young kids can learn the building blocks of forgiveness and develop them as they get older.
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Kids and Teens
Empowering Kids to Feel Safe Saying No
Even the simple act of asking our children for affection can be more about us than about them—Kids need to feel safe holding back.
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Kids and Teens
Eye Level: Communicating with Kids Who Have Lost Their Cool
Helping our kids help themselves during those meltdown moments.
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