The American Middle School is a unique cultural experience for adolescents. If your child’s school district is structured so that they will attend a Middle School (typically a building housing 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students), there are some things you should know. I was a middle school counselor for eight years and am currently the […]
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Parenting
Light and Sweet is how I take my coffee when I’m looking for a delightful treat. I hope these posts serve up a cup of fun, enjoyment, and sweetness to warm you to the core.
Is TikTok Safe For Your Kids? Advice from a counselor
If you are a parent, the day will come when your child will start asking for a phone, tablet, and the inevitable Social Media account. Like it or not, what was once just fun posting pictures on your Facebook or MySpace is now a significant part of teen culture. But how do those of us […]
How To Support Your Kids In Five Simple Sentences
I take no job or role in my life more seriously than being a mom. Moms everywhere want to give their children the knowledge and understanding they need to succeed. While no secret formula will work for every child, I have found five statements I make to my children regularly that reinforce everything I want […]
How to achieve your dreams: It Isn’t About Motivation
Human beings are wired to move forward instead of remaining static. Change is a constant in life, and that change can be something you work toward or is forced upon you. Whether you have obstacles to overcome or are unsure how to achieve your dreams, getting to that next level or accomplishment takes much more […]
How to Talk to Your Kids About Losing in Sports
As parents, we want what is best for our children. Many parents enroll their children in sports hoping it will add to their child’s happiness. Playing organized sports teaches them valuable lessons. One main lesson from playing competitive sports is how to cope with losing. Even if you were once a young athlete, you might […]