"I have to celebrate you, babyI have to praise you like I should"Praise You by Fatboy Slim (Mike and I entered our wedding reception to this song 😄) Hi Reader! During my livestream yesterday, I got this question: My child (age 5, kindergarten) wants constant affirmation for the smallest things. How much is too much and how can I show him he needs to do hard work to get praise?
You can listen to my full answer here and comment with your thoughts! What's New?⛰️ Help WNC: Last week, Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina. Entire towns were destroyed by floodwater and hundreds of people are still missing. Many major roads (including I-40) have been washed out. Please consider donating to Operation Airdrop or donating blood. 🧁 Early Access Birthday Sale: My birthday is this week 🎉 I'm celebrating by throwing a birthday sale! Save $50 on the Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten Course using this link and save $21 on check in calls. Things I Love✏️ Writing: Writing is one of the hardest subjects to teach. Half the battle is that kids are asked to write about things they don't want to. This cute book of writing prompts is great to get your 8-12 year old inspired. 💄 A compromise: If you have a skincare/makeup obsessed tween, this lipgloss is nourishing, barely tinted, and a viral hit. They've come out with a gift set with 4 mini versions. Perfect for a special treat or early holiday gift. 🥳 HBD to me! I've been slowly replacing my makeup brushes with the Sephora collection. It started with this powder brush and eyeshadow brush I got 6 months ago. It's so soft and extremely high quality! I think I'll get myself a blush brush next. Be good to yourself- you deserve it 💕 |
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"Out for summer, out 'til fallWe might not come back at all" School's Out by Alice Cooper 😭😭😭 My June workshop sold out! Thank you so much for buying tickets and spreading the word. I've added a second date Mon June 23. Get your tickets here- save $5 with code FRIENDS5EVER Hi Reader, The end of the school year is a big deal. It marks growth, effort, and a whole lot of learning (in and out of the classroom!). But let’s be honest: it’s also a really busy time. I'm sharing 5 simple, repeatable...
"Anytime you feel danger or fear, then instantly I will appear" I'm Every Woman by Whitney Houston ✳️ In Case You Missed It! Today is the LAST DAY for the Early Bird Discount for June's Workshop. Use code EARLYBIRD at checkout Hi Reader, Last week I returned to my old workplace to proctor the EOGs. These are the "End of Grade" state exams in North Carolina. These tests are long and really challenging. I'm going to be honest with you- I HATE STATE TESTING And I know a lot of you do too. It's...
"Just shower the people you love with loveShow them the way that you feel" Shower the People by James Taylor ✏️ Last Chance for workshop tickets- Get Ready for K Workshop is TOMORROW! Hi Reader, As the school year winds down, motivation gets… tricky.Kids are tired. Parents and Teachers are tired. Everyone’s just done. Let’s talk motivation—quick refresher first: Intrinsic motivation = doing something because it feels good or meaningful (think: reading for fun, finishing a puzzle just to see...