What the Parents Who Move FORWARD Have in Common
Aug 01, 2026
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I Can Usually Tell Which Parents Will Move FORWARD
Not because I can predict the future.
And certainly not because I believe some parents are "better" than others.
But after three decades walking ...
A Different Kind of Freedom: A Fourth of July Reflection for Parents
Jun 28, 2026
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Every Fourth of July we celebrate freedom.
Freedom to choose.
Freedom to speak.
Freedom to build the life we want.
But this year, I've been thinking about a different kind of freedom.
The freedom we ...
You Love Them Unconditionally. But Can You Accept the Path They're Choosing?
Jun 23, 2026
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You Love Them Unconditionally. But Can You Accept the Path They're Choosing?
Loving our children and accepting their choices are not always the same thing. Here's why that gap matters, and what to...
If It’s Not Everything, It’s Not Enough: The Hidden Pressure Trap Facing Young Adults
May 02, 2026
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If It’s Not Everything, It’s Not Enough: The Hidden Pressure Trap Facing Teens and Young Adults
Something feels off.
You can’t always explain it, but you know it.
- They’re more irritable than t ...