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Parenting in the Age of Fear: How to Overcome Anxiety and Let Kids Be Kids

parentotheca — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:36:24 +0000

“Hi, my name is Irina, and I feel quite anxious about letting my 10-year-old walk by himself to school.“ That would be me at the Anxious Anonymous (Parent Edition) meeting if such an organization existed. Maybe I should start one, actually. Imagine a room full of parents, clutching their coffee cups like lifelines, nodding solemnly […]

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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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Roughhousing: The Parenting Strategy You Didn’t Know You Needed

parentotheca — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 10:48:22 +0000

In my quest to prioritise play this year, I decided it was time to get better at roughhousing with my kids. Now, I’m pretty good at crafts, board games, and watching my children enjoying their free play – but the mere thought of engaging in a friendly wrestling match with my children left me feeling […]

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From Chaos to Brilliance: The Science Behind Roughhousing and Your Children’s Growth

parentotheca — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 10:15:47 +0000

If your heart skips a beat every time you see your children engaging in roughhousing, take a deep breath because this article is for you. Picture this: your adorable angels are quietly reading books or building Lego one moment, and in a flash, they transform into wild creatures, darting through the house, engaging in an […]

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Back to Basics: What Our Kids Truly Need More of

parentotheca — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 22:40:09 +0000

We live in a world that loves to complicate things, especially when it comes to raising children. But amidst all the noise and chaos, it’s time to strip away the excess and focus on what truly matters. In this article, let’s approach child rearing with the beginner’s mind, just like those genius rocket scientists. We’ll […]

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14 Things You Should Always Say to Your Child

parentotheca — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:04:21 +0000

Kind words of affirmation and encouragement from parents have a profound impact on a child’s life in the long run. When you ask people what is the most important in parenthood, most would say that LOVE is the key. And that’s true. There is plenty of scientific evidence which shows that children who feel loved […]

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The Most Important Mantra Every Parent Should Teach Their Child

parentotheca — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 08:24:52 +0000

Our thoughts affect our emotions, mood, and, ultimately, our actions. Therefore, if we learn how to manage our thoughts and feelings, this will profoundly change the way we show up in life and the results we create. In our family, we believe that words matter. That’s the powerful tool we can use to help children […]

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