Mindset Blog

Teaching Kids To Be Grateful Every Day

November 19, 2014

[View original article published in Parenting.answers.com here] Why is it important that children learn to be grateful? How can you help them? Here are 3 ideas that will work. Children and Gratitude Research has shown…

3 Steps To Take When Life Gets Foggy

October 20, 2014

[View original article published in Answers.com here] What is your first thought when you wake up in the morning? “I’m ready to take on the day!” But maybe you had a restless night and couldn’t…

OCD Awareness Week

October 16, 2014

“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” – Jon Kabat-Zinn

October 16, 2014

Those challenged by OCD most likely have tried to stop the “waves” to no avail. It’s easier to “surf” them rather than fight them. You can learn to accept and tolerate uncertainty and doubt. Love…

Starve the OCD Beast and START Making Changes

October 15, 2014

Once upon a time a young man was walking through the mountains near his home. A cute little kitten appeared. It looked hungry and lost. He decided to take it home. He took good care…

Is there an OCD Nightmare In Your Closet?

October 14, 2014

Those who don’t have the disorder misconstrue and continue to promote misconceptions about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Those suffering may hide and shield themselves from possibly being hurt and shunned. They may feel ashamed or embarrassed.…

What is OCD? OCD Awareness #OCDWeek 2014

October 14, 2014

If you aren’t sure what OCD is, watch this short video. It will enlighten you. Source: IOCDF.ORG

Helping Kids Overcome Their OCD Fears – Some DOs and DON’Ts

October 13, 2014

Any parent who witnesses their children’s excruciating fear will instinctively react to protect, help, and comfort them. That is the expected and the right thing to do. However, when children experience fear due to OCD…

Meditation Science

September 21, 2014

There are numerous articles regarding mindfulness and meditation. Here is an infographic. What do you think?

What’s the Best Treatment for Hair-Pulling Disorder?

September 14, 2014

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Helping Kids Succeed in School Despite OCD

August 21, 2014

[View original article published in Psych Central here] Roger’s parents were nervous about the new school year. They remembered how Roger’s OCD had surfaced. His fear of possibly choking on lunch food had kept him…

Parenting “Supplies” That Last Forever!

August 14, 2014

[View original article published in Parenting.answers.com here] Whether excited or unsure as to how the year will turn out, parents also need back-to-school “supplies.” This list will help every parent stay on the right track.…