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Today’s fast-paced world demands a lot from parents and children. We find ourselves caught up in the busy demands of work, school, and sports. And we forget to take a moment to be together as a family. 

Learn 5 simple, mindful habits you and your family can weave into daily routines to bond, relieve stress, and feel happier.

When we find ways to include our kids in our self-care and fitness routines it models the behaviors we want them to embody, and can be the beginning of lifelong healthy habits.

Morning routines drive you a little crazy. Does trash only get taken out after a zillion reminders? Parents who spend time nagging, complaining, and punishing tend to have less time to meaningfully connect with their children. Consider the use of Family Meetings and other practical strategies to create smoother family routines and support children to be more responsible. You will find yourself connecting and celebrating more on a daily basis.  

When teens feel like they can talk to their parents they are less likely to take risks with sex, drugs, and violence. Talking isn’t lecturing and this class will strengthen your listening as well as talking skills in ways that will help protect your teens and maybe even save your sanity.

Does any of this sound like your child?

• Clinging, crying and/or tantrums when you separate
• Excessive shyness, avoiding social situations
• Constant worry
• Avoiding situations or places because of fears
• Complaints of frequent stomach aches or headaches
• Sudden and frequent panic attacks

Your child may be struggling with anxiety. And you may feel frustrated and helpless. You are not alone. One in three children will experience an anxiety disorder before adulthood. Unless treated, many will grow up to be anxious adults. This class will help you better understand the nature of anxiety, refrain from reinforcing your child's distress by accommodating behaviors, and apply simple strategies to handle day to day challenges.

¿Tu hijo pasa mucho tiempo castigado? 

¿Te preocupa ser demasiado estricto o demasiado débil? 

¿Frecuentemente piensas si hay una mejor manera? 

Los niños criados con disciplina positiva tienen mayor confianza y cooperan más. Descubrirás que existen costumbres que los padres repiten de generación en generación y que no funcionan; por el contrario, aumentan el mal comportamiento. 

Esta clase funciona mejor cuando es tomada en conjunto con la clase “Deja de regañar y gritar: Establece un ambiente de cooperación”

Parents are less stressed when their kids cooperate. Children are more cooperative when they feel positively connected with their parents. This live online class will help you understand and apply:

• Communication skills that build strong parent-child connections

• Parent behaviors that help kids cope with stress so they can develop self-control

• Effective discipline that reduces misbehavior and increases positive behavior in the long run

You will have a chance to ask questions and get answers on the spot. You will also receive helpful cheat sheets to look back on when you are trying out new approaches.

Your focus for the past year has been on keeping your kids safe, engaged in school and making miracles to help them feel socially connected. Self-care? Out the window. With summer on the horizon maybe you are feeling a glimmer of hope. Let's build on that. We will talk about the impact of your own self-care on your kids, your body and your mental health. We hope you will share your solutions and be ready to hear some new ideas from our Peace At Home specialists. You can do this!

If you are the parent of a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning (LGBTQ) child, you probably have a lot of questions. Your support is key to your child’s well-being, but you may have to go through your own process to get there. Start with, “I’m here for you and love you,” even if you don’t understand and aren’t ok at the moment. Plan to get your own support so that you can process your deepest emotions and concerns, while helping your child to deal with their own. Join Peace At Home guest experts Barbara Esgalhado, PhD and Poshi Walker, MSW with founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW to gain some ideas about helping your child thrive, while exploring your own path to understanding and genuine acceptance.

Does any of this sound like your child? 

• Clinging, crying and/or tantrums when you separate 
• Excessive shyness, avoiding social situations 
• Constant worry 
• Avoiding situations or places because of fears 
• Complaints of frequent stomach aches or headaches 
• Sudden and frequent panic attacks 

Your child may be struggling with anxiety. And you may feel frustrated and helpless. You are not alone. One in three children will experience an anxiety disorder before adulthood. Unless treated, many will grow up to be anxious adults. You can help.