Money management experts recommend an emergency account for that unexpected expense or worse, a job loss. How much do you need? Again the experts would say 3-6 months’ worth of expenses to give you a cushion until you find another source of income. Years ago I established a fund that changed my financial situation and I […]
Oh #$@%! Why Is My Child Swearing?
A recent participant in my parenting class called and asked at what age children learn to swear and if there was a way to stop it? What instantly came to mind is how children learn language, any language; by hearing it and repeating it. Babies younger than a year are great imitators. If you smile, […]
My Stress Less and Enjoy More Journey
My mindfulness journey began in 2011 when I found myself continuing a practice I started in college; I put together a monthly list of things I had to “get through” by month’s end. In college it was papers, exams and presentations; at my last job it was presentations, court hearings and dictation. At home it […]
I Want It Now! Dealing with Temper Tantrums
When children are small and don’t have a vocabulary, they have to find ways to communicate the anger or frustration they are feeling. They may bite or hit or throw themselves to the ground in a rage; the latter we call a temper tantrum. Temper tantrums usually come on suddenly and escalate quickly. So what […]
Biting Behavior in Children: Normal or Not?
Biting is one of those frustrating behaviors that exasperates child care workers and embarrasses and frustrates parents. “It seems so barbaric!” one mother complained when told her two year old was biting others at day care. However, for children under three it can be a normal developmental phase with no long-lasting significance. After 3, and […]
Building New Holiday Traditions After Divorce
Face it- This year is going to be different. Try to embrace it and create new traditions. Take a moment to take a deep breath, close your eyes and really think about the emotions you are feeling. Write them down, and one by one, without judgment, think about them and the source of each feeling. […]