Posts made in November, 2011
Why Kids Wail
Stress can build up in a child’s life, especially during the holidays. Could wailing actually help? I was volunteering in a preschool room last week when a reluctant three-year old was dropped off. She’d fallen asleep in the car, and the next thing she knew she was ushered into her classroom, and Mommy was saying goodbye. I got down beside the child and put my arm around her waist. As...
Read MoreStress-free Generosity & Inclusion
The holidays are a time for generosity and including others. If you feel stressed about either one, this might be why. 1. Generosity is natural when you have plenty. Generosity is fun and easy when your well-being is not threatened. So if it is not fun and easy for you, consider that you might have it collapsed with sacrifice. How do you know? If giving away extras doesn’t count as...
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