Protecting your peace through the holidays
I don't know about you, but for me and for many of the coaching clients I work with, there can be an increase in emotional intensity, stress, and…
Developing thankfulness in difficulty
It’s so easy to be thankful in good times—when the job market is good, when you’re able to go on a nice family vacation, or when everyone is healthy…
Choosing gratitude
“Ok, let’s all say what we’re grateful for,” my dad smiles in delight. It’s Thanksgiving Day, and we’re continuing our annual tradition. We slowly…
What if Christmas was every day? Because it kinda should be—
When Christmas-tide comes in like a bride, With holly and ivy clad, Twelve days in the year, much mirth and good cheer In every household is had From…
Is it time to reset your focus?
The day we became parents was the day our focus changed. While our attention was once on ourselves, our careers, or our weekend plans, in a moment…
Turning Christmas traditions into teachable moments
I loved Christmas long before I loved Christ. I love candlelight and cozy nights. I love card-making and tree-decorating. I love home-made…
Preparing our special-needs child for large family gatherings
There’s nothing more wonderful than gathering with family and friends to celebrate the holidays. Sharing meals, baking cookies, giving gifts, and…
Three practices that will increase your family’s joy this holiday season
The holidays are supposed to be “the season of joy,” but conversations with parents this time of year are often characterized more by stress than…
Giving thanks: Keeping a record of the good things…and the God things
I keep a lot of records for my daughter. I have contact information for each doctor and therapy office where we have taken her over the years. I…