Mental Health Awareness Month and the Role of Parent Coaching
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when we reflect on the importance of mental well-being and advocate for support and understanding for those facing mental health challenges.
Ways to Teach Mindfulness to Kids and Families
Being mindful is important for several reasons, impacting both your mental and physical well-being. Here are some key benefits:
1. Increased self-awareness
2. Reduced stress and anxiety
3 Improved emotional regulation
The Benefits Gratitude & Mental Health
Sometimes it can be hard to feel grateful, especially if mental health struggles make it challenging to feel anything positive. If you or your child are struggling with your mental health, it may be helpful to try to implement gratitude more into your everyday actions, words, and behaviors. While this is not a cure for […]
Building a Life of Balance
Finding balance in life is important and it can have a positive impact on your mental, emotional, and physical health. The first step to finding balance is to prioritize what matters to you and not to compare yourself to others. create a schedule, learn to say no, and be flexible and kind to yourself.
Social Comparison and Body Image in Children
Social comparison, an inherent human trait, manifests early in childhood. Children’s self-perception is molded by a myriad of influences, including their perception of their own bodies.
The interplay between social comparison and body image in children is of paramount importance, as it can significantly impact their emotional well-being, self-esteem, and overall development.