Hi there Reader This week, I’m diving into a question that touches nearly every parent, teacher, and caregiver today—why do so many kids seem lost, anxious, or unmoored, even when their basic needs are met? To understand what’s happening, we need to zoom out. Our society has undergone a profound transformation. We’ve moved from a culture rooted in hierarchy, authority, and tradition to one that prioritizes openness, equality, and emotional authenticity. While these values have brought...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader As parents, it’s so easy to fall into constant motion. We’re always doing: errands, appointments, drop-offs, lessons, activities. We run from one moment to the next, barely stopping to catch our breath, let alone reflect on the beauty of life as it is right now. But ancient wisdom reminds us to pause. Across cultures and traditions, there are rituals designed to pull us back into presence—especially through gratitude. In Judaism, for example, gratitude is woven into almost every...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader I know you’re used to hearing from me on Wednesdays—but I’m popping into your inbox today with something a little different and very close to my heart. This weekend, I’m hosting an in-person parenting workshop—and I would truly love for you to join me. Last summer, I took a step back from teaching, coaching, and podcasting. Something felt… off. Even though I was sharing valuable insights through various platforms, I couldn’t shake the feeling that it wasn’t enough. I started to...
16 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader In today’s world, we often hear that we should let our kids “be who they are,” discover their true selves, and express their individuality. That’s a beautiful and important goal—but in the process, many of us have forgotten something vital: without a strong foundation of values, a clear sense of identity, and a moral framework, our children are left unanchored. The modern world offers our kids a constant stream of ideas, lifestyles, influencers, products, and identities. Even as...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader Hardships and adversity are simply part of life. At some point, in some way, each of us will encounter challenges that test us—emotionally, spiritually, or practically. Even our children face adversity, though in smaller, everyday moments. They want ice cream, but it’s time for dinner. They want to stay with Mommy, but she has to go to work. They want a toy, but we say no. These may seem like small things to us, but to a child, they’re big. And each one is a lesson in resilience....
29 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader We’re facing a crisis. Anxiety and depression are skyrocketing. More kids than ever are being diagnosed with ADHD. Young adults are “failing to launch”—not moving out, not getting jobs, afraid to face the world and take on real challenges. It feels like an entire generation is lost. And the solution our society keeps offering?More therapy. Therapy in schools. Therapy apps. Therapeutic language everywhere. We’re more psychologically aware than ever before—and yet, things aren’t...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Dear Reader Not long ago, our sense of identity and belonging came from the places that held us: our families, communities, faith traditions, and even our connection to country. These cultural pillars gave us clarity about who we are, what we value, and how to live a meaningful life. Today, many of us feel that these roots have weakened. Family life has become fragmented. We rush from one activity to the next, missing the slow, grounding rituals like shared meals or time with extended family....
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader Our education system has long focused on intellectual knowledge, and in recent years, we’ve seen a push to include social-emotional learning—a well-intentioned effort to help children develop emotional intelligence, self-regulation, and stronger communication skills. And yet… something still isn’t working. Despite these tools, we are in the midst of a mental health crisis. More than ever, children are struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, lack of focus, and a deep sense...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader I’ve spent years diving deep into gentle, conscious, and mindful parenting. While there are differences between these approaches, they all rest on similar assumptions about children and mental health. After implementing this model in my own parenting, teaching about it, and coaching through this lens, I started to feel that something was missing. While many of the principles are helpful, I noticed that some were actually doing more harm than good—leading parents to lose their...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read