What Horses Can Teach Us
There’s a moment, just before your foot finds the stirrup, when the world hushes. You place your...
The Unicorn Is Still You: A Year-End Love Letter to Sensitive Kids
To the child who felt all the things this year—Who cried when the noise was too loud,Who...
New Year, Same You—With More Magic
January rolls in with glitter and goals.We hear it everywhere:
How to Give Your Inner Critic a Cozy Blanket
You know that voice in your head?
Feelings Don’t Take Holidays—And That’s Okay
The music says “be merry.”The TV specials say “be magical.”The social media posts say “look how...
Wrapping Up the Year: How to Talk About Growth With Kids
As the year winds down and the holiday lights begin to dim, a quiet pause opens up—one that’s...
The Magic of Small Traditions: Holiday Joy for Anxious Kids
The holidays come wrapped in glitter, excitement, and just a pinch of chaos.
Disney Dogs & Self-Worth: Melissa’s Storytime Special
Every once in a while, something soft and silly helps us learn something deep.
Saying No with a Smile: Teaching Assertiveness Gently
By Melissa Meyer, DNP, PMHNP
“Can I have that toy?”“Wanna play this game?”“Give me your...
When Kids Say ‘I Hate School’: A Compassionate Response Plan
Some kids cry quietly at the kitchen table.Some kick and scream as you try to get shoes on.And some...
Glitter Globe Brain: Explaining Neurodiversity to Kids
Every child I meet has a magical brain.
How to Talk to Your Child About Therapy
Imagine being told you’re going to a place you’ve never been, to talk to a person you’ve never met…...