by Kim | Sep 20, 2019 | Anxiety, Common Problems
“Do not let your hearts be troubled” John 14:1 In my last post on anxiety, I explained the difference between the ordinary anxiety all kids experience and the toxic kind that prevents kids from flourishing. I looked at some possible reasons for the increase in...
by Kim | Sep 15, 2019 | Anxiety, Common Problems, Empathy, Gentle Discipline
Many of us have kids who are anxious. We wonder whether it’s a problem. Being worried occasionally is a normal part of childhood (and adulthood). Kids feel nervous about the first day of school, they fear their friend won’t like them, they worry about their dog dying....
by Kim | Feb 24, 2019 | Anxiety, Common Problems, Empathy, Gentle Discipline
My 13-year-old son, Dominic, is very sensitive to sensory stimulation. He’s been like this since he was born. People called him a “serious baby.” He’s the kid who starts to wither in arcades because of the loud noises and bright, flickering lights....
