by Brianna Z. Kauer | Nov 21, 2023 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Parenting, Personal Reflection
The holiday season often carries many meanings and cherished traditions. Naturally, we strive for these occasions to unfold just as we envision. We anticipate certain rituals, yearn for our children to share in our joy, and wish for everything to align perfectly....
by Brianna Z. Kauer | May 15, 2023 | Choice, Communication, Education, Mindfulness, Parenting, Social and Emotional Skills
Noticing and being intentional about how you communicate can lead to better results within all relationships and especially between parents and children. How we talk to our kids can have a big impact on their behavior and our relationship. Different situations call...
by Brianna Z. Kauer | Jan 19, 2023 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Education, Neurodiversity, Social Justice
When it comes to understanding behavior, it is important we consider how different abilities and neurotypes can affect people’s behavior. Understanding, accepting and celebrating neurodiversity is a valuable part of supporting and helping others. ...
by Brianna Z. Kauer | Dec 9, 2022 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Functional Contextualism, Parenting
As humans we want clear, black and white answers to our questions. We want to identify the problem, find and execute the solution. However, for most things (especially when it comes to parenting) there usually is not an easy answer. I hear many parents ask the...
by Brianna Z. Kauer | May 19, 2022 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Personal Reflection
Growing up with a dad who was a hot air balloon pilot meant I had many experiences in the sky. It wasn’t until I was an adult that I realized how out of the ordinary this actually was. For me, it was a normal thing we did every calm summer evening; Soft Skies Balloon...
