What to do if your child is sad about missing Halloween?
As the pandemic has progressed and for many has been either a process of very gradual expanding of our social networks and for others, a process of opening our…
How do we cope when we feel like we are on a sinking ship?
I know that might feel like a dramatic title but from what I am seeing and feeling in the world, I’m sadly not sure it is that off base or dramatic. So many of the people…
Why I choose to believe in people, even when it’s hard
The world just seems like a tough place to be a person these days. Or at least our country does. Things are so divided and people really seem to believe that anyone not…
4 Steps to Help Guide You to Adjust Your Expectations
So often, our expectations in life just don’t quite work out. Especially during 2020! I find myself adjusting my own expectations a lot about…
Biggest lessons of parenting a toddler during the pandemic
As I mentioned in past blogs, time has been an interesting element in my life since the pandemic began. In so many ways, time has slowed down. I should mention that prior…
What do kids really need right now from parents?
I can still remember the complex mix of emotions I felt after having my son, who is now 3. The love, adoration, and awesome responsibility of having this tiny human…
Why was August so awful for so many people?
While the past 5-6 months of living through a pandemic have certainly not been enjoyable for most of us, it seems like August was a TOUGH month for many people.
Distance Learning Tips for Teens and College Students
As a follow up to our post helping parents support their younger children engage in distance learning, we wanted to share some ideas for teens and young adults as they…
Distance Learning Tips for Children
As therapists who work primarily with children, teens, and their families, we at Thrive have all been witnessing just how stressful this fall has been for families.
How do we know when enough is enough?
As a recovering perfectionist, it can be tough for me to assess when I think I am meeting my own goals and when enough is enough in my life. This is something…