The Power of Listening
When was the last time you felt that someone was really listening to you? A time that you felt they genuinely heard what you said. A time that they were not distracted, but listening attentively? When was the last time you listened to someone without interrupting them? Without being distracted?
How Nature Reduces Stress
The other weekend we were all feeling a bit stir crazy! Our to-do list was huge and our kids were loud. Not a good combo. We knew that we had to do something to reduce the stress in our house, but what?
Are you missing it?
Are you so busy keeping up with your schedule that you are missing the moments that really matter? Have you become to think of parenting as a pain? Do you ask yourself, “What is up with my kid(s)?”
Yearning to Connect
We all yearn to be connected to who we are at our core. We all also yearn to be connected at a deeper level to one another. Somehow instead of embracing this, we sometimes miss seeing the connections and make decisions that lead us farther away from who we truly are at our core.
Let Steve Jobs Inspire Your Parenting
The world has lost a visionary, but we have gained the importance of seeing what is accomplished when one believes in reaching for the best.
board games and ice cream!
With the heat index near 109 degrees the other day the boys and I decided unanimously on board games and ice cream.
It’s the subtle differences
I often get asked, “why is the i not capitalized in your children’s book?”
Teachable Moments -fairness
Often the hardest things in life bring the greatest teachable moments. When our kids experience something that is hard for them, it is our opportunity as their role models to lead them. Kids observe our every action and reaction to learn their habits. Think about it, from birth, all babies can do is watch and…
1,886 miles without a DVD or DS?
I’m sure you have heard people say, “My kids can’t make it to the store without their DVD player or DS.” Yikes! When did a 5 minute trip in the car become a time for entertainment?
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Worth the Risk
The Heart of It.
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Summer Brackhan: Thanks Sylvia for sending such wonderful good vibe...
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Sylvia Ternes: Hi Summer! I too think you are brave. You are rea...
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Joy: It is so important to say "many years ago" as th...
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