by pepadmin | Apr 8, 2022 | Uncategorized
At the playground recently, I watched a mom try to convince her 6- or 7-year-old daughter to leave behind a collection of sticks and twigs she had been playing with. The mom’s patience finally ran out, and she spoke firmly: “Sarah, you heard me. No sticks in the car.... 
by pepadmin | Jun 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
A 5-year-old boy, Felix, is playing with blocks near the kitchen while his dad is busy cooking dinner. Felix starts singing loudly, but his dad doesn’t respond. Felix then suddenly throws his blocks across the room and yells as they crash against the wall. His dad... 
by pepadmin | Apr 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
If you are planning a vacation this spring or summer, a family road trip is likely in the car(d)s. Aside from providing a much-needed break, did you know that a car ride, whether across the country or just across town, can provide the backdrop for your child getting... 
by pepadmin | Jan 14, 2021 | All Ages
“Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.” (Jon Kabat-Zinn) When our parents told us to “take a deep breath and count to 10” before responding in the heat of the moment, they may have been onto... 
by pepadmin | Jan 7, 2021 | All Ages, Uncategorized
The article below shares some of PEP’s timeless ideas and wisdom for parenting our children through challenging times. The approach we can take to support our children remains the same regardless of the circumstances. Find calm for yourself. Listen. Ask questions....