Carl Jung stated, “If there is anything we wish to change in the child, see if there isn’t something we can change in ourselves first.” Beginning a journey toward change, however, can feel like an overwhelming task. You might wonder, “Where do I start?”, “What steps might I need to take to affect … [Read more...]
A Spin on Self-Talk for Those Who Desire Self-Growth
As a part of the human experience, we all fail, learn, grow, and evolve. For many of us, this experience includes an effort to become more mindful, more aware, and more connected. The human life is, in essence, a journey toward wholeness. … [Read more...]
The ABCs Of Feeling Words
As we provide instruction, professional development, and learning to early childhood educators, we need to first and foremost be sure that we have done the inner work to then help others "use their words." … [Read more...]
Is Your Ethical Intelligence High Enough?
If I can't do anything useful, at least I would like to do as little harm as possible." From Jon Kabat-Zinn's "Wherever You Go There You Are". We used to talk about the importance of IQ, then emotional quotient (EQ), but what about ethical intelligence? … [Read more...]
Guest Podcast: Buttercup with Dr. Marisa Macy
Why are relationships so important? Why don't we "Peter Pan" believe in the importance of play? And how can we as brain architects, be more intentional about the power of play? … [Read more...]