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 | 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...
by Brianna Z. Kauer | Jan 4, 2022 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Parenting
Contextual Behavioral Science is a new form of behavior science that is grounded in a contextual view of life which seeks to develop concepts and methods that are useful in predicting and influencing the actions of an individual or group. Contextual Behavioral Science...
by Brianna Z. Kauer | Aug 18, 2021 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Parenting
I have this vivid memory of something my midwife said to me while I was in labor with my son which has really stuck with me – I remember her telling me, “rest between contractions, don’t anticipate the next one just enjoy the break.” This applies to parenting beyond...
