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10 Important Steps in Recovering from Grief and Loss

by Ashleigh Louis | Dec 16, 2019 | Guest Author Lois Nightingale, PhD

    Every human has experienced loss at some point in life, yet some losses impact us more than others. Not only do some losses represent that life is out of control and that bad things can happen to us, but grief is also cumulative.   What that means...

Ways to Support a Teen through Divorce

by Ashleigh Louis | Nov 18, 2019 | Guest Author Lois Nightingale, PhD

    1. Be respectful of his/her feelings. Don’t try to minimize the event with logic (“Can’t you see I am happier now?” “Would you really want me back in that situation?” etc.).   2. Don’t defend or “stick up for” the disgraced parent. Don’t try to...

How to Deal with Bullying and Teasing

by Ashleigh Louis | Oct 14, 2019 | Guest Author Lois Nightingale, PhD

  If you learn that someone is being bullied or teased, do something to help. Talk to the teacher, principal, teacher aid, yard duty teacher, etc. If you are concerned that someone may be experiencing bullying, talk it over with a teacher. Work with teachers to...

Getting Kids Back on Schedule After a School Break

by Ashleigh Louis | Aug 26, 2019 | Guest Author Lois Nightingale, PhD

  During school vacations many families enjoy a more relaxed schedule. This can be fun and enjoyable for traditionally busy parents as well as students. But when the vacation comes to an end it can be challenging getting a family back into the structure of a...

The Selfish Act of Forgiveness

by Ashleigh Louis | Jul 22, 2019 | Guest Author Lois Nightingale, PhD

Often when we think of forgiveness we think of letting someone, “getting away” with something or, “getting off scot-free”. Forgiveness is not about ignoring the fact we were hurt. It is not about setting yourself up to get hurt again. Forgiveness is not reconciliation...

Single Parenting in the Summer

by Ashleigh Louis | Jun 17, 2019 | Guest Author Lois Nightingale, PhD

  During the school year it can be difficult enough for single parents to keep kids cared for and out of trouble, but when summer arrives and school activities are no longer available, the challenge becomes even more complicated. Many single parents are left with...
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