self-care

Affordable ways to travel solo

May 18, 2016

When I was 27 years old (long before kids), I left my government job as a city planner and started working as a program manager […]

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The secret to long term success

May 6, 2016

I was at a big stand up paddle board race with my friend Bill, watching the pros battle it out for the big bucks in […]

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5 Ways to prevent parenting burnout

April 1, 2016

Self-love, my liege, is not so vile a sin as self-neglecting. ~William Shakespeare, (Henry V, 2.4.74-75) Why do so many people seem to unravel after […]

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Parent’s guide to greater mindfulness

November 4, 2015

Every year, I attend a celebration at a culture center in my neighborhood. It’s one of my favorite days filled with music, dancing, art, and […]

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7 Culprits for why you can’t stay asleep

October 28, 2015

Poor sleep not only makes us grumpy, hungry and lethargic, it can be deadly. A study by researchers in Australia showed that being awake for […]

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7 Ways to help your child develop positive body image

October 27, 2015

“Mom, I’m so fat. I need to go on a diet.” says your 10 (or 6 or 16) year-old daughter as she pinches at her […]

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Are you a bullied parent?

August 31, 2015

Have you ever seen a child bully or boss around his parents? A child who talks down to them, disses, or even mocks them? Embarrassing, […]

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Stop the negative self-talk that drains your energy

August 10, 2015

You may know someone who can’t wait to bring you down, burst your bubble and elaborate on a bad situation. Sometimes that person is you. […]

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