Recently, I heard a conversation about living life to the fullest. Usually this phrase implies embracing life, finding our passions—travel, creative pursuits, savoring experiences. However, professionally as a therapist and personally as […]
How to Overcome Negative, Spiral-Down Thinking with Dr. Melissa Johnson: https://www.kidsinthehouse.com/video/embed/5896 ? For more information on teens visit KidsInTheHouse.com Originally published September 2013.
Is it harder than ever to get your child or teen to go to school? Are you experiencing weekday morning challenges – from procrastination to outright refusal? You and your […]
By Sushi Frausto, LMFT Boredom is a natural, common, and unavoidable feeling. Throughout life, we will all be faced with moments of complete and utter boredom. Children may experience boredom as […]
Many summers ago we made an unsuccessful stab at growing tomatoes in containers on our kitchen deck alongside the flourishing basil and mint. This year, I decided to try again […]
Here at the Institute we often speak of “hardiness” and “hardiness skills.” What do we mean by “hardiness” anyway? The word itself suggests strength and sturdiness, the ability to endure […]