7 Signs You May Be Playing Favorites With Your Children

Everyone says a lie at least a few times in their life, especially children. While a white lie from time to time is one thing when dishonesty becomes a trend it is time to take action.No one wants to raise a liar, but you also don’t want to make the wrong move and make the behavior worse. When lying becomes an issue, it is one that should be handled swiftly.

Decades of research establish that medication, particularly stimulant medication, effectively treats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. Still, questions and concerns about ADHD medications for children abound — and for good reason.

Not available February 16? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.Summer camp can be a rewarding and confidence-building experience for kids with ADHD.

A life coach can be an invaluable asset when it comes to achieving your goals and improving your overall well being. Whether you’re looking to make a career change, improve your relationships, or simply find more meaning in your life, a good coach can help you get there. But how do you go about finding […]

, the desire to set goals and achieve them in a brand new season of life. Deep down inside many of us is the belief that somehow, someway, this year is going to be different from last year. Allow me to get your wheels turning with a few questions:So, how do most of us usually plan our attack of solving—or working through—the answers to those questions?We set goals.

“Even when we think we have things figured out and everything is going to plan, it can all change in a moment. Inspiration fades. Beliefs transform. Goals shift. Life happens. And that’s the thing. Life is not linear.” ~ Aly Juma

Lisa Brewer is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her vast expertise and dedication. She started her coaching career after reading the book “The Willpower Instinct”. She was inspired by the book and with permission she used it to create […]

I’ve had my share of bad friends in my life, but honestly, none of them impacted me as much as seeing my child deal with toxic friends. While I know I can deal with whatever, it really hurts my heart when I see my child struggle.When your child is dealing with toxic friends, it can be a hard situation to navigate. On one hand, you may want to swoop in and save them, while pushing the friends out of the picture, but on the other hand, you likely realize that you don’t want to make the wrong move and push your child even closer to the toxic friend.

Eating can be a reflection of your lifestyle. Your lifestyle can significantly affect the way you eat. Factors such as time constraints, social influences, and mental health can all lead to unhealthy eating habits. Poor dietary choices can lead to weight gain, chronic diseases, and eating disorders like bulimia. A healthy lifestyle means eating balanced […]

Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and binge-eating disorder (BED) typically begin in adolescence, but they are increasingly seen in younger children.Researchers have linked the rise of eating disorders in children and teens to the pandemic and the ongoing youth mental health crisis, among other stressors.12Social media may also play a role in driving body image dissatisfaction and negative comparison among teens.3 What’s more, children and teens with conditions like anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at greater risk for developing eating disorders.4 ,5Eating disorders are complex but treatable conditions. Early detection greatly improves recovery and health outcomes.If you are concerned that your child is showing signs of an eating disorder like AN, BN, or BED, answer the questions below and share the results with your child’s pediatrician or a licensed mental health professional who is experienced in diagnosing and treating eating disorders.If you or a loved one are suffering from an eating disorder, contact the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) for support, resources, and treatment options. Call or text NEDA at 800-931-2237 or visit www.nationaleatingdisorders.org to reach a NEDA volunteer.This self-test was adapted from materials provided in “Identification and Management of Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents” published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Marisa Padilla is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her encouraging and motivating personality. She is a philanthropist, a life coach and a motivational speaker. She didn’t graduate from high school but that didn’t prevent her from chasing her dreams […]

Zehhra Mirza is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her wisdom and expertise. She is a Personal Development Coach based in India, Mumbai. Clients fondly refer to her as Coach Z. We are astonished with the depth of her understanding […]

When emotions are high, things can get ugly fast, especially when you are dealing with a tiny person who has HUGE emotions. During these moments, you may struggle to understand how to help your child move through their emotions and reach a sense of calm, but thankfully, we have some helpful tips that will help you tackle tough emotions like a boss.It’s important to remember that some adults even have problems dealing with big emotions, so we must understand that little one who hasn’t fully emotionally developed should be expected to have a difficult time doing so.

Ting Wong is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her dedication and persistence. She spent most of her career in the corporate world struggling to find herself and her true calling in life. Until she stumbled upon life coaching. She […]

The first time my son lied to me, I took it personally. Even though I knew it would happen one day, I couldn’t help but be worried.Then, I began catching him in more lies and started to wonder, “Is there something wrong?” However, I had to remind myself that kids are humans, and sometimes, humans lie. Now, don’t get me wrong, I wanted to get to the bottom of it immediately, to avoid future lies and problems.

It’s that time of year again when the world screams, “New year, new you!”Every January, without fail, we are inundated with messages about transforming our apparent less-than-optimal selves into something better. (“Shrink your waistline in 30 days,” and “Power up your mental health with these protein shakes,” read the subject lines in my inbox, to name a few.)I have been trying to create a “new” me for most of my life. The “old” me, according to most, was too quiet, too intense, too awkward, too sensitive, and too focused.

Now, research is showing more and more the impact of emotional support and the impact on the way we talk to our children. If you find that you are saying any of the following, don’t beat yourself up, just make sure to begin using the better phrases provided instead.I grew up in a time when people did not understand that saying things like “You are fine, ” “Stop crying,” or the old “Stop crying or I’ll give you something to cry about!” was emotionally invalidating. When you do this, you are making your child fear their emotions.