by Sandi Schwartz | Jan 26, 2015 | Inspiration, Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
This weekend I had the privilege of meeting an amazing dad. Our chance interchange happened as I was walking through the booths of a local photography exhibit. I stopped to admire some photos and the man started to tell me about his work. He said he had always...
by Sandi Schwartz | Jan 7, 2015 | Uncategorized
When we generate an attitude of gratitude wondrous things begin to happen because the Universe matches the energy of the feelings that come from thinking that way. Appreciation is like a GIANT MAGNET that brings more positives into our lives. Here are some mantras you...
by Melissa Schwartz | Nov 4, 2014 | Inspiration, Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
Most disagreements and misunderstandings come from different perspectives. We each experience life through our own unique filtering system and what appears to be absolute truth to one person may take on a totally different view to someone else. It is only natural that...
by Melissa Schwartz | Nov 3, 2014 | Uncategorized
When children feel threatened their ‘lower’ brain immediately responds with a fight, flight or freeze reaction. It is vital that parents not take these responses personally. When your child runs away from you, fights back or just gives you a blank stare it...
by Sandi Schwartz | Oct 28, 2014 | Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
What do impulsivity, self-discipline and willpower have in common? They often require a conscious decision to delay gratification and for many people, that is a real challenge. Here are five strategies you can begin practicing immediately that can help your children...