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Mastering Discipline: Unveiling the Five Key Components for Discipline
Discipline is an important component of the maturing process. It isn’t always fun for the adults (unless the students are really naughty), but it is
Mental Toughness in Kids: Applying Chris Hemsworth’s “Limitless” Wisdom to Everyday Challenges
Introduction: Mental toughness is like a superpower that helps us all, including children, stay strong in tough situations, face challenges, and handle stress. It’s about
Temper Tantrums Aren’t Just for Two Year Olds Anymore
We understand that dealing with temper tantrums in children (teens, adults…) can be a challenging and frustrating experience. 😅 Temper tantrums are a natural part
Pervasive Undermining in Education and What to do About it
As dedicated professionals, we all understand the critical role that educators play in shaping the future of our students and, ultimately, society as a whole.
Relationship Building with a Child that Doesn’t Want a Relationship
In the healing environment, the relationship is the foundation of the house. The reason for this is that it is fundamental when we are dealing
Boundaries Without Using Shame and Anger
Setting boundaries is an essential part of establishing healthy relationships, fostering personal growth, and for the development of emotional maturity. However, a common misconception is
Rewards, Reinforcements and Bribes versus Honest Feedback
Reinforcement has been one of the most difficult parts of our practice, and trying to explain what we have learned and experienced has not been
Student Apathy
In today’s school settings, an alarming increase in student apathy has become a concerning issue. School officials report decreased student motivation, engagement, concern, and enthusiasm,
Key Elements to Follow when Disciplining and Setting Boundaries
How do I set the boundary in a way that helps children learn and grow? A few key elements that need to be in place
What is Accountability?
Most educators go into the profession to watch their students grow academically and socially mature. Educators want their students to internalize and take responsibility for
The Impact of Boundaries and Structure on Chronic Misbehavior
The Healing Environment is a visual representation of what children need to grow and mature. It includes relationships, boundaries, adult self-control, empathy, acceptance, encouragement, and
Are Your Student’s Testing You, are You Passing the Test?
Children who come from early childhood trauma (abuse, neglect, domestic violence, etc.) often do not feel secure in their environment or with adults or peers.
Healing Environment: What all Kids need to Grow and Mature
The Healing Environment is a visual representation of what children need to grow and mature. It includes relationships, boundaries, adult self-control, empathy, acceptance, encouragement, and
How Well-Meaning Adults Hinder a Child’s Mental Health: Overindulgence, Overprotection, and Entitlement
It is not unusual for well-meaning adults to want to protect children from hurts, pains, struggles, and frustration. Most adults want to ensure that their
TRAUMA, DISRUPTED ATTACHMENT AND SURVIVAL
When children are exposed to early, complex, and/or long-term trauma, their brains can become wired for self-protection. Often, it makes them feel responsible for taking
Delays in Child Development: Mental Health Concern or Emotional Immaturity?
When searching for solutions to a child’s misbehavior or emotional concerns, we have to ask whether the behavior is related to an underlying mental illness,
Typical Development…Does it Matter?
Children’s maturity and development happen in stages. We have learned that children need to successfully pass through one stage in order to move on to
Resiliency
Resiliency is something that is developed and learned through adversity and struggle. It is an internal process and it is unique to each individual. Resiliency
Self-Doubt
At the end of the school year, we often reflect on how we did. Sometimes there is a little seed of doubt planted in our
Manage Parent Concerns
Parents are often upset or come to us with concerns. It is important to remain calm and non-defensive when this happens. It’s often best to
Is Attention a Need or a Want?
We all love getting attention or being noticed in some way. At Healing Children, we recognize that receiving attention is a human need. We all
Healthy Compliance
One thing that interferes with setting boundaries is our views and history with authority. Think about your personal feelings with authority and how those feelings
Waiting it Out Versus Power Struggle
What is the difference between waiting out a student’s misbehavior versus getting into a power struggle? Power Struggle The mindset of a power struggle
Is Healing Children Trauma-Informed?
People often ask if Healing Children, LLC is trauma-informed. The simple answer is yes. We have been studying the impact of trauma, attachment, and development
Involving Parents
Calling parents to inform them about their child’s progress or behavior can be uncomfortable. We often do everything we can to avoid having these types
