Exploring Racial Identity Development as a Path to Antiracism
All racial identity development is an ongoing process that is not necessarily linear. Racial identity development is not a destination.
12 Ways to Practice Gratitude Year Round
When you hear the word gratitude, what thoughts/feelings/beliefs come to mind? When you hear the word appreciation, what thoughts/feelings/beliefs come to mind?
Committing to Self-Care and Community Care
Self-care and collective or community care are experiences and actions that are worthy of our time, energy, and effort. Furthermore, these acts of tending to ourselves and one another are required in order for us to thrive.
How to Navigate Family Conversations about Money
Money is a challenging subject to discuss for many parents, caregivers, and grandparents, and even for many teens and young adults. Contrary to popular belief, money is not just about numbers or facts.
When “Quitting” is Powerful and Purposeful
There are times when we have choices, but we feel like we have to stick with it, deal with it, stay committed, take it, or whatever. Like we are doing the “moral,” “right,” strong, admirable, or brave thing by sticking with it.
What You Need to Know about Gender Pronouns
This project of exploring and playing with gender is not new. It is not a trend that the teenagers of today are opting into because all their friends are doing it.
How to Find Ease in Decision Making
This tool offers a structure for sifting through the information, options, ideas, options, etc. It helps put all everything out on the table, so to speak.
There’s No “Right” Way to Honor Your Birthday
You have permission to honor your birthday any way you'd like. In simple ways, grand ways, solitary ways, in crowded ways, and any other way YOU choose.
Why You Need to Prioritize Breaks as an Online Learner
Breaks can increase your productivity, support your mental well-being, and help you integrate new learning.
The Importance of Having Fun WITH Your Teen
Parents often reach out wanting to work on the uncomfortable and scary stuff, AND it’s also my job to remind you of the silly, light-hearted stuff– the stuff that sustains you in your role of parent or caregiver.