Comments on: One simple trick for hard times: Imagine how you want it to go

By: Jill

Jill — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:59:32 +0000

Awww…thank you. Great reminder, I appreciate it.

By: Conscious Despair | Parenting Tips, Help & Parenting Classes: Awake Parent Perspectives

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 03:26:09 +0000

[...] I’m learning that “losing it” can be an important part of the process. Certainly, if it’s happening, it’s part of the process no matter what. I’ve talked recently about How to be in charge and still stay connected, as well as Imagining ahead of time how things will go. [...]

By: Rick Gerber

Rick Gerber — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:45:06 +0000

An emotional story. It’s great to see that you were able to connect with him.

By: Gracy

Gracy — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:09:02 +0000

That’s a great story. Kids respond to the way the parents respond. Last week, my daughter dropped a plastic plate on the floor. The food went everywhere. INSTANTLY, she looked at me to see what I would do. Normally a kid will cry out of fear after doing something like that. I knew that she was scared so I just laughed and said “Sammy? Did you just drop that silly plate?” She smiled and said yes and then started laughing too. That’s the key, you’ve gotta relax and respond positively.

By: Nicole

Nicole — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:59:40 +0000

I appreciate your honesty and willingness to share your process with us
xoxoxox
I will try this technique with my lo’s!

By: Sherris Berner

Sherris Berner — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 02:23:34 +0000

I think that it is really great the way you were able to get through that together. I am sure it meant a lot to him to be able to get that all out and have your support through the whole ordeal.