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Being a conscious parent is not about arriving at a destination…after which you have earned the title “conscious parent.” It’s not a designation to put on your resume, or a symbol of having achieved a certain level of mastery of its principles. It’s about the commitment to the journey – and it can start on day one. You can choose TODAY to be a conscious parent. It means you are committed to the never-ending journey that emphasizes growth, truth, authenticity, and presence. We can all practice these skills and achieve various levels of mastery, however the genuine intention towards the journey is the most important piece that matters. Conscious Parenting is not a checklist of external attributes….it’s about the process. It is not about being a “human being,” but about being a “human becoming.” It is about being authentic, vulnerable, and honest. While there is a full spectrum of what that looks like from the outside, the most important aspect of being a conscious parent is the intention.

Why this viral video is far more than a funny Father’s Day spoof

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While this video is currently going viral, as a “Happy Father’s Day” video, I wanted to share this here for more than that reason.  While many people are calling this video “hilarious” and “Oh boy I feel SO bad for that dad” I have a completely different response.  While I’m also sure this video was staged, […]

Do you make your child say “I am sorry” even if they are not?

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We have all done it.  Our child does something socially unacceptable, with witnesses, and we need to step in and be a parent.  And teach them how to recover from their blunders. We see the indiscretion happen, we immediately intervene.  We tell our child, “That is not OK.  Tell your friend that you are sorry.” […]