A Mother’s Love

In this day and age of Coronavirus, we are fraught with uncertainties and fears that crop up daily, even momentarily. We are inundated with a lack of work, financial security, and an uncertain future. Many families and friends are separated due to a lack of safety, and isolation exists- and it's hard to relate to. With Mother's Day tomorrow, I have some suggestions that will warm your heart and lift your spirits. When you think of…

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Surviving Back-to-School Stress

  I want to first acknowledge and congratulate you on surviving the close of summer, and hope you accumulated enough relaxation and perspective to carry you through for a while. Now, as a parent you must deal with the onset of the fall chaos and the process of beginning anew with a brand-new school year ahead.  This transition process is part of the cyclical nature of life’s many seasons as you and your child continue to…

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Parenting Toolbox Tips

"What do you remember as a child? What do you want your child to remember? Nina Sidell, M.A."Parenting for Life" When you are in the throes of parenting, the dynamic feels immediate, momentary, and specific to the interaction or developmental stage. What we often need to be reminded of as parents is that every interaction builds your lifetime relationship. Every interaction offers a deepening of love and respect, trust and safety between parent and child. Every…

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The Value of Mothering

" Be willing to be your own internalized mother or father, capable of the specific nurturing you still need. Be an attentive parent to your inner child." Nina Sidell, M.A. As a child, we are given the caregivers that we inherit. The variation of mothers, fathers, grandparents, foster and adoptive parents raising children spans the globe. In honor of Mother's Day, in specific, this blog article is written. Mothers worldwide deserve our place in the conversation.…

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The Gift of Good Co-Parenting

" Being willing to consciously parent is an essential skill. Being willing to co-parent well is a gift." Nina K. Sidell, M.A. "Free yourself from antiquated ways, ineffective parenting styles and strategies or knee-jerk reactions by committing to parent with awareness. By making a conscious commitment to living with an open mind and heart, you free yourself from old habitual patterns, belief systems, and unconscious, inappropriate, or defensive responses. Try an expanded view and version of…

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Choose Freedom!

"When you trust and honor yourself, heal your wounds with self-compassion and mindfulness, you choose freedom." Nina Sidell, M.A. I for one, consciously choose my freedom and strength by directing myself and my life, my way. I enjoy the process of being a lifetime learner as I evolve, confidently honoring and empowering myself as life unfolds. I support my children, family, friends, clients, audiences, and readers to work on their personal development and empowerment as an…

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