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 | 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 | Dec 9, 2021 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Parenting, Prevention, Social and Emotional Skills
“Who we are and how we engage with the world are much stronger predictors of how our children will do than what we know about parenting.” -Brené Brown, Daring Greatly Brené Brown wrote a beautiful Parenting Manifesto called Whole Hearted Parenting which outlines the...
by Brianna Z. Kauer | Oct 12, 2021 | Education, Parenting, Social and Emotional Skills
Why it is important to help your child with their emotions: Helping children understand their emotions will set them up for success in multiple areas. The skills that children will need to be successful in their life will be strongly influenced by their emotional...
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...
by Brianna Z. Kauer | Jul 16, 2021 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Optimism, Parenting
Why Optimism is a key ingredient to effective parenting Every parent faces difficulties and challenges but how you talk yourself through those difficulties will have a huge impact on your ability to parent effectively. Mark Durand and his research team have shown that...
