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Top 10 Tricks For Stay-At-Home Moms To Turn A {Bad} Day Around

Top 10 Tricks For Stay-At-Home Moms To Turn A {Bad} Day Around

When the thought of “It’s turning out to be a bad day” pops into my head, I try to remind myself that there are no bad days.  Every day has its challenges, its highlights and its downfalls, but if we have been blessed to have another 24 hours to live and to learn then, for… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Featured, Insights, Personal Growth, Positive Parenting

Taking a Moment To Pause and Appreciate Natural Beauty (Good For Kids And Mom)

Taking a Moment To Pause and Appreciate Natural Beauty (Good For Kids And Mom)

We all have those days.  The ones when our nerves seem to be on edge.  When we feel overwhelmed by what is going on around us.  When we know we need to take a moment to re-center but there are so many things to do that we have trouble making the time.  At least I… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Outdoor Activities Tagged With: Gratitude, Presence

Help Your Kids Practice “Self-Confidence” Through Puppet Shows

Help Your Kids Practice “Self-Confidence” Through Puppet Shows

Increasing self-confidence helps us learn how to see the world through our own eyes and live using on the wisdom we gather through experience.  It reminds us not to base our self-worth or decisions on what we hear or see from others, but to honor our true selves within.  In a world increasingly concerned with… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Home Activities Tagged With: Courage, Self-Confidence

Teaching Children To Appreciate Diversity

Teaching Children To Appreciate Diversity

Some days I am not sure what our character development activity will be until we are already half way into it.  This is what you may call finding a “teachable moment.”  Parents do it every time they thankfully acknowledge a “please” or “excuse me” (which would be reinforcing courtesy) but I have found taking it… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Diversity Appreciation, Unity

The Aim of “Crafting” At Our House

The Aim of “Crafting” At Our House

As I’ve been browsing the land of Pinterest over the past week, seeing hundreds upon hundreds of absolutely amazing kids’ craft ideas, it occurred to me that it may be helpful to readers of this blog to find out a bit about my “policy” for crafting: why I craft with my kids and a bit… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Note from Chelsea

Teach Children Responsibility: Pledge Hand Craft

Teach Children Responsibility: Pledge Hand Craft

I think I can safely say that we all want our kids to learn to put their things away, respect the house they live in, and be kind to others.  And teaching a child to be nice and help out is great. But I’ve been thinking lately about how instilling a sense of responsibility –… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Craft Activities Tagged With: Responsibility

Learning About Resilience Through Nature

Learning About Resilience Through Nature

A few days ago I asked for suggestions on my Facebook page about specific qualities I might post about, and “resilience” was mentioned quite a few times. Resilience covers so many character traits… because it means that we keep a positive attitude, develop coping skills, and arise to meet challenges with strength and determination to… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Outdoor Activities Tagged With: Resilience

No Point Carrying Emotional Baggage

No Point Carrying Emotional Baggage

Living in the past, holding onto grudges, and not letting go of anger can seriously affect people’s lives and overall happiness.  I believe it is so important we model forgiveness to our children so they can be free of negativity and blame.  Imagine how powerful it would be to learn to forgive (in a deep… {read more}

Filed Under: Blog, Character Building Activities, Home Activities Tagged With: Forgiveness

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Chelsea Lee Smith is an author, certified parent educator, and mother of four children with a background in Communications and Counselling. She provides resources to parents and teachers who want to incorporate personal growth into everyday moments. Browse the shop and blog categories to find practical inspiration for family life including tips, activities, printable pages, and resource recommendations.

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