Everyone has a sense that music helps kids in their development, but what are the specifics? Why is music important for children? Here are three reasons why music matters for kids. 1. Music transcends cultures. “Music is the language of the spirit,” wrote Kahlil Gibran. “It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife.” …
How full are your days? Not just when it comes to activities, but how full are your days when it comes to noise — both auditory and visual? Given how crowded modern life can feel, it might be easier to answer the inverse question: How much time do you and your kids get each day …
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For kids and grownups alike, journaling has been shown to reduce stress, improve mental health, create a sense of order, and much more. With just a few minutes on a regular cadence, we can help our kids (and ourselves) develop gratitude, plan their day, or work through something traumatic. But what are the different types …
Too often, life feels designed for distraction. Between school, work, and devices that offer us unlimited entertainment, it can be hard to be fully aware of what’s actually happening at any given moment. As a result, we feel fried. Our kids feel fried. And before we know it, we experience the consequences: tension, anxiety, temper, …
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When CBS announced in mid-2021 that they were launching a reality TV show called “The Activists,” they were slammed around the internet. The show would consist of six competing activists. Whoever received the highest amount of social media engagement would win. Andy Wilson, an environmental activist, said it might “be the worst idea for a …
It’s been said that the shortest words — yes and no — are those which require the most thought. They’re simple words that communicate a world of information, especially when it comes to physical touch. By paying attention to when we’re a yes or a no to any activity, we’re better prepared to skillfully navigate …
“Repetition is the secret of perfection.”— Maria Montessori, educator It took the great artist and sculptor Michelangelo four years to complete the Sistine chapel and three years to complete his statue of David. And that’s after he routinely spent 10+ hours working every day for decades. Yet millions of people around the world still admire …
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