Parenting That Heals Painful Memories
" Strong emotions flash, much like the service light on our car's dash- board. Big feelings warn us that stored emotions are currently being triggered. The opportunity to heal from past hurt is at hand. Our listening tools are designed to rehabilitate these stored painful experiences. We can release our old, stuck emotions through the talking, laughter, crying, yawning and other emotional expression when a compassionate adult listens to how we feel, without judging us for having those feelings."
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The Consequences of Connection
"This morning there was an incident with my 10-year-old son. He has a list of things that he is supposed to do in the mornings--guitar practice, making bed, square up room, etc. This is nothing new and has been going on for a few years now. However, in spite of reminders from me, he kept reading his book and ignoring me. And then he wanted me to drop him to school early. I said I wouldn't till he finished what he was supposed to. Of course he got more upset and starting spewing out insults and mocking me. It was a lot of effort to stay calm. We had to leave with his "to do" incomplete as I didn't want him late to school. I mentioned that there was a consequence for his behavior. He said he didn't care."
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Our Annual Retreat
Come work, play, and build community with us at our Annual Retreat. With workshop tracks for both parents and instructors, this is the place for Parenting by Connection practice and renewal.
We will be staying the Ben Lomond Quaker Center in the beautiful, peacful redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Meals will be provided by a local chef--if you've tasted Tod's food, you'll remember him for sure.
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