Ok, I have to admit it. I love the word dysregulated. It has only been on my radar the last year or two, but it’s been a game changer. Saying that I’m feeling dysregulated feels SO much better than saying that I’m in a bad mood or feeling cranky or disconnected. I can use it even when I don’t really know what I’m feeling, just not feeling myself. The word dysregulated doesn’t judge. It acknowledges that we move in and out of calm, balanced, regulated states. We won’t be able to be calm all … [Read more...] about How to help a dysregulated child
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The advent of calm Montessori style – a 1 minute video a day to help you stay calm over the holiday period
Join me for the advent of calm Montessori style. 24 days of tips from a Montessori teacher to help you stay calm over the holiday season. #adventofcalm Day 1, let’s talk about marshmallow evenness Ever heard of equanimity? You may like to try it. Just imagine yourself in a marshmallow. I guess you’ll need to watch the video to find out what I mean… Day 2, let’s make a list of calm Today we are going to make a list of calm and spend just 2 minutes a day on one thing from our list … [Read more...] about The advent of calm Montessori style – a 1 minute video a day to help you stay calm over the holiday period
How to stay calm – the ultimate guide for parents
Want to stay calm as a parent? Wondering how to keep calm when your child is losing it? Or if the kids are fighting (again)? I’m pulling back the curtain to show you the tool kit I’ve been building over the years. Presenting you The Ultimate Guide for Parents to Staying Calm. These are all the things I’ve learned from my Montessori training, from working in a Montessori classroom for over 10 years, as well as from being in the trenches raising my own two children (both now … [Read more...] about How to stay calm – the ultimate guide for parents