McNerney: Being a Parent Consultant
In my professional and personal life, I have learned that there are only three ways to lead our kids: The Supporter, The Consultant, and The Boss.
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Croll: 5 Page-Turners to Enjoy this Summer
Whether you are relaxing at the beach, sitting on a long flight or just chilling at home this summer, here are five books I read this month that are sure to captivate your attention and expand your thinking in new directions.
Read moreWoodard: For the Misrepresented When Labels are Too Much
An accomplished high school senior, school and community activist, and soon-to-be Yale freshman was offered more than $800,000 in scholarships. Yet, this is the description sent to the community to capture Iman’s senior moment.
Read moreMcNerney: Sneaking in Summer Learning
Now that school is over and kids are at home, how do you keep them from losing all the learning that has happened in the last year? Sure, there are lots of materials at teacher stores, but it’s pretty likely that you will get eye rolls and groans from your kids. How do you keep their skills up without it feeling like they are doing work? Here are some summer tips to increase summer learning:
Read moreCroll: 5 TED Talk Videos Worth Watching
As you spend more time with your family this summer, here are a few TED Talks that might change the way you interact with your children, how you judge yourself and how you operate in the world around you.
Read moreThe Peoples’ Constitution: Congress Investigates and the President Pushes Back
These are exciting times for our Constitution, with many national news stories raising serious constitutional issues. One great example: The heated battle between President Trump and Congress over Congressional investigations and subpoenas.
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Faces of Loudoun: A Near-Fatal Stroke Can Give You Perspective on Life
In 2002, I was 42 years old. I owned an auto repair shop and raced cars as a hobby. I
Read moreCroll: 9 Signs of Healthy Teen Friendships
As we parents watch our children develop friendships at each age and stage, we find ourselves wondering which kids will be “friends for a reason,” which will be “friends for a season,” and which will be the coveted “friends for all times.” Here are a few characteristics to share with your children that define healthy teen friendships. (Psst…these pretty much apply for adults, too).
Read moreMcNerney: Dealing with Anxiety by Focusing on Thoughts
By Neil McNerney, Parenting With Purpose The field of psychotherapy has developed quite a bit in the past decade. Our understanding
Read moreInfusing Humanity for Exceptional Outcomes (in Academia)
By Tosha Woodard, Minding My Bs&Qs Two recent conversations with an 8-year-old—who often doubles as her mother’s conscience—became my teachable moments,
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