Balance Archives | Intentional Catholic Parenting

Healthy Optimism v. Toxic Positivity

by Kim | Mar 25, 2022 | Empathy, self-care

A newsletter I subscribe to (Soul Shepherding) recently discussed the fascinating problem of “toxic positivity.” I confess I had never heard the term, but I immediately recognized the problem. I think we all do. Some of the common signs of toxic...

A Summer Reading List for Catholic Kids of All Ages

by Kim | May 25, 2021 | Balance, Play, self-care

During this strange year of instability, twists, turns and surprises, I noticed a few bright sides to the COVID crisis, including a renewed appreciation for family, friends and those small things that make life beautiful. On the downside, many of us battled screen...

How Families Can Change Society (3rd Task of the Catholic Family)

by Kim | Aug 17, 2020 | 4 Tasks of the Catholic Family, Balance, Family Rituals, Mercy

4 Tasks of the Catholic Family Series Build Your Community of LoveHow Families Can “Serve Life”How Families Can Change Society (this article)How Families Can Serve the Church *** In this article series, I’m exploring the four tasks of the Catholic family as St. John...

Building Your Community of Love (1st Task of the Catholic Family)

by Kim | Jul 16, 2020 | 4 Tasks of the Catholic Family, A Strong Marriage, Balance, Series

Tasks of the Catholic Family Series Build Your Community of Love (this article)How Families Can “Serve Life”How Families Can Change SocietyHow Families Can Serve the Church **** How can busy families discern how we should spend our time? What guidelines can help us as...