Little ways to stay mindful, be present, and raise good humans--every
day!
As a parent, it's the little things you do each and every day that can
help your kids grow up to be kind, confident, and conscientious human
beings. But if you're like many parents, you're probably feeling
overwhelmed by the daily rush of getting to school on time, helping your
kid finish their homework, planning meals, and all the seemingly endless
tasks that pile up and steal the fun out of just being with your
child. That's why you need quick, effective tools to stay present and
manage emotions--both your child's and your own!
From the author of Raising Good Humans, this "go-to" daily guide
offers 50 simple ways to press pause, stop reacting, and start parenting
with intention. You'll also find mindfulness skills for calming your own
stress when difficult emotions arise; and tips for cultivating
respectful communication, effective conflict resolution, and reflective
listening. Most importantly, by following these daily techniques, you'll
learn to break the unhelpful patterns and ingrained reactions that
reflect the generational habits shaped by your parents, so you can
respond to your children in more skillful ways.
Busy parents will discover:
- Self-compassion practices for those days when you feel like a
"terrible parent"
- Breathing and meditation exercises for calming emotions in the moment
- Tips for "unhooking" from negative thoughts and self-criticism
- Mindfulness skills for staying present with your kids
You'll also learn how to develop a "teaching mindset" when faced with
difficult behavior, and find tons of creative and playful activities to
increase cooperation in your child. Being a parent is a lot of work, but
it can also be joyful and fun. Let this daily guide help you enjoy those
little moments--they mean so much!
