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Step-by-Step Guide to Proactive Parenting: Effective Strategies to Stop Reacting and Start Leading

parentotheca — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:54:16 +0000

Parenting is a tough job. If you’ve ever found yourself yelling, nagging, or rolling your eyes at your kids, you know what? You’re not alone. We’ve all been there. In fact, I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit. Just the other day, I had one of those nightmare mornings. You know the […]

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The One Thing You Should Never Say to Your Child at the Playground

parentotheca — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 13:04:30 +0000

I’m sure you’ve heard it before. Hell, you’ve probably said it. That classic playground threat: “We’re going now. If you don’t come, I’m leaving without you. Bye!” It’s like an old parenting standby, right? A surefire way to get your child moving when they’re lost in their little world. But let’s take a step back and […]

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35 Life Lessons I’ve Learned in 35 Years

parentotheca — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:37:36 +0000

Level 35 unlocked! My mind still thinks I’m in my early twenties, but the mirror reminds me that I’m not. Crow’s feet? Check. Grey hair? Double check. Fun times. Not long ago, I stumbled upon Tim Urban’s blog post called “Your Life in Weeks” on Wait But Why. It hit me like a ton of […]

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NSDR: Quick Energy Hack for Sleep-Deprived Parents

parentotheca — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:59:50 +0000

In my last post, I talked about the sneaky supervillain that not only sabotages my gentle parenting efforts but also wreaks havoc on my self-regulation, productivity, mood, and everything in between – a sleepless night. Now, let’s talk solutions. I’m excited to introduce you to a scientifically-backed protocol that has been a game-changer for me […]

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Gentle Parenting: One Thing That Makes It Tough

parentotheca — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:34:56 +0000

Most days, I give myself mental high-fives for being a calm and positive parent. Yet, there are moments when it seems my superpowers have deserted me, and the task of “taking a deep breath and responding calmly” feels as daunting as scaling Everest in flip-flops. I thought about it a lot during my Wise Parenting […]

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14 Date Night Ideas to Reignite the Spark (Without Leaving Home!)

parentotheca — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:51:47 +0000

Raising tiny humans is pure joy, but let’s be honest – between the whirlwind of laughter and tears, the to-do list that seems to stretch to infinity and beyond, it’s easy to feel like your love life gets lost in the shuffle. But here’s the secret sauce for happily ever after: make time for each […]

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6 Relationship Books Every Couple Should Read

parentotheca — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:28:38 +0000

As the calendar flips its pages towards Valentine’s Day, our minds naturally gravitate towards the real MVPs in our lives – those robust, thriving relationships that form the backbone of our existence. Beyond the flowers and chocolates, let’s acknowledge that mastering the complex art of relationships is not a one-day magic trick. It’s more like […]

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