The other day I walked into my son Matthew’s room and saw torn pieces of paper scattered over the floor. When I asked …
Relational Circuits
Fewer Bumps with Your Teen: Synchronize
Guest blog post! November 9, 2017, by Barbara Moon Do you ever find yourself getting caught up in arguments with your …
Piloting A Power Struggle
Few moments are as trying for a parent than the times when children plunge into shutdown mode then a power struggle …
The Significance of Healthy Shame
Just the other day my youngest son ran up the stairs with tears streaming down his cheeks. I quickly paused what I was …
When Big Emotions Keep Us Hostage
Guest blog post! (Note from Jen: In this week’s blog, I am honored to have my friend Sara Leenheer share how relational …
The Best Ask
Me: “I said No, you can't.” My son: “But...please! I really want to Mommy!” Does this sound familiar? You already …