Imagine you are an avid mountain climber embarking on a treacherous expedition. Your ultimate goal is to conquer the summit, representing personal growth and accomplishment. Along this arduous journey, you encounter various elements that symbolize the relationship between good stress, [...]
In a bustling elementary classroom, students gathered for one-act-play rehearsals. Among them were Cameron, a vibrant student who loved to draw, (Cameron had been diagnosed with inattentive ADHD last year), Lucas, a diligent student-leader whose parent was also a teacher [...]
Gratitude has had a powerful impact on my life, transforming my perspective in surprising ways. I am especially surprised and delighted by one bonus in particular. For the past four years, I've consciously recorded my gratitude. Instead of keeping a [...]
(Yes, You Read That Right) Thoughts navigate their way across your mind constantly. From your first moment of consciousness after waking until you close your eyes to sleep (and sometimes, long after that ha!), you’re generally thinking about something. So don't [...]
Happy Back to School! Parents, I hope you enjoy your clean kitchen for a few more hours each day. 😉 A thought for your year ahead 🪂 - ”Open your mind to your possibilities. Then center your identity on your [...]
Hi, I'm Cara, a Jersey Girl with Canadian parents, a big heart, contagious smile, and wildly perfectionistic tendencies. I may have left the bustling streets of Jersey behind, but my vibrant personality and fierce determination have found a new home in [...]
🥰 Know what I love MOST about this summer?!?!? Besides warmth, I heart the endless drip of high school kids in and out of our house. Before you think I'm "that amazing, relaxed mom," let me assure you, it's totally [...]
- A Coach's Perspective Have you ever watch someone rediscover inspiration? Recently, I asked one of our EF Coaches to share the gifts she receives (unwraps, if you like metaphors), while working with families through EF Skills Coaching. Quick background [...]
In June 2010, Brené Brown, a research professor at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work who has now become a household name, rocked our understanding of human emotions in her Ted Talk The Power Of Vulnerability. [...]
I tend to shy away from "how to parent" posts because I recognize parenting as such a personal choice. But after 20+ years of coaching, and 17+ years of parenting neurodiverse humans, I can offer some guidelines for success. [...]
