Rewind! A simple trick that really works.
Sometimes the best and simplest solutions are the hardest to remember. I’m not sure why that is. Back in the days when Shelly and I lived in the same city and taught classes &#

Simple changes at home can help kids feel comfortable and capable
In my experience, young people often feel frustration at living in a world that is adult centered. I know I remember feeling irritated about not being able to see over the counter, or out the car window (before the advent of booster seats)

Another look at demands
We don’t blog much about, and certainly don’t advocate much for, demands. But sometimes a seemingly rash move like a demand can really shake things up–in good ways. Last week a good friend of mine b

The art of conscious ignoring
I’ve talked a lot here about giving kids attention but I haven’t yet shared about the art of  conscious ignoring.  Well, I really do think there’s a time and place for everything and ignoring your kids can sometimes be the

“Have to?” Are you sure about that?
I’m gearing up for a five-day retreat in which I’ll study Nonviolent Communication Mediation intensive