Blog: Infusion of
Courage
7 Ideas for respite and fun
I rolled out of bed, gritting my teeth against the aches and pains of another restless night. Going downstairs to get my coffee, I could see the glow of Nicholas’s phototherapy light in the dining room. Good, he’s already up. I flipped the switch to turn on the coffee maker as I continued to the […]
5 tips for hard conversations
This is Mental Illness Awareness Week. For some of us, we can’t help but be hyper-aware of mental illness. Our kids, or other family members, or we ourselves have been struggling for a long time now. For others, though, the experience is new. But either way, we share the need for effective communication skills. When […]
following bubbles: finding air when you are drowning in stress
Following Bubbles Do you sometimes feel like you are drowning in stress? Maybe you are caring for a kid with a mental illness or an elderly parent. Or the pandemic has ripped the financial rug out from under your family. Or the pain in our communities has reduced you to tears with every news broadcast. […]
Cultivate your inner life
For a person who longs to face life courageously, with a soul that is whole, the ability to cultivate a vibrant inner life is crucial. Thieves are the problem. They press in on every side, stealing the time and breathing room necessary for soul growth. Distraction. Crisis. Tasks. The needs, wants, or demands of others. […]
Preparing yourself for your kid’s appointment
Hello friends. I would love to know how you are all doing. How is school-at-home going for you? How are your kids handling things? What challenges are you coming up against these days? This week’s topic may seem a little out of touch, as there are few in-person appointments happening these days. But the very […]
When Parents and providers disagree about treatment
A Team Sport Helping a kid move toward wellness when struggling with a mental illness or behavioral disorder is a team sport. We need the help of their therapists, prescribers, and other supports. But what if the team disagrees about a course of treatment? What if the doctor wants to prescribe a med that you […]