by zemirah | Oct 7, 2014 | Emotional Regulation, Family Relaxation, Mindfulness Practice, Parenting Resources, Resources, Stress Management
Sometimes while I am reading a book, it inspires my parenting and work with children. This Life is Joy by Dr. Roger Teel did just that. Released last week and found on...
by zemirah | Sep 29, 2014 | Uncategorized
In my work as a school psychologist, I have found Marshall Rosenberg’s Nonviolent Communication principles to be incredibly supportive in the school environment. When compassion and non-judgement are the foundations of communication, we do not engage the limbic...
by zemirah | Sep 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is an awesome tool to help kids return to calm. I was in a NYC workshop with Gabrielle Bernstein, author of Miracles Now and May Cause Miracles, a week ago. She introduced us to EFT Specialist and CoFounder of...
by zemirah | Aug 19, 2014 | All Relaxation Activities, Deep Breathing, Educator Resources, Family Relaxation, One Minute Relaxers, Parenting Resources, Uncategorized
It’s back to school time! Often with back to school there can be increased anxiety. Time to help your child fill her backpack with relaxation techniques! It’s important to find ones that he likes and enjoys practicing. Here is another fun, brilliant...
by zemirah | Aug 15, 2014 | All Relaxation Activities, Deep Breathing, Emotional Regulation, Mindfulness Practice, Parenting Resources, Positive Self-Talk, Stress Management, Uncategorized
I love the glitter jar! The school counselor, Michele Bourgeois, LCSW, at my school uses this in her groups. She also created the gorgeous example in the picture!!! Use this jar to begin relaxation practice. It is a wonderful way for kids to have a visual...
