Mindfulness Matters
Mindful Listening Have a conversation with your grandchild or relative’s child where you listen fully without interrupting. Show them they are heard and valued. Say this affirmation out loud: “I…
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Mindfulness Matters
Nature Connection Spend at least 15 minutes outside today. Whether it’s a walk in the park or sitting in your garden, take time to connect with nature. Say this affirmation…
Mindfulness Matters
Reflective Journaling Spend 10 minutes journaling about your day. Focus on your emotions, thoughts, and any insights gained. Say this affirmation out loud: “Through reflection, I gain clarity and wisdom.”…
Mindfulness Matters
Patience Pays When faced with a challenging situation, take a moment to pause and breathe before responding. Remind yourself that patience is a process. Say this affirmation out loud: “I…
Mindfulness Matters
Gratitude Practice Write down three things you’re grateful for today. Reflect on why these things bring you joy and fulfillment. Say this affirmation out loud: “I am grateful for the…
Understanding Grandfamilies: Nurturing Children Amidst the “10 Ds”
Grandfamilies represent a unique and increasingly common family structure where grandparents or other extended family members step into primary caregiving roles for children and youth. This caregiving arrangement arises when…
Grandfamily vs. Kinship Care: Understanding the Distinctions and Broader Implications
When discussing child care arrangements where relatives step in to care for children, two terms frequently come up: grandfamily and kinship care. Although they share similarities, they also encompass distinct…
Multigenerational Learning and the Wisdom of Older Relatives
Grandfamilies, where grandparents or other relatives take on the primary caregiving role for children, are a growing demographic in many societies. These family structures often create rich, multigenerational environments that…
Deportation: The Role of Grandfamilies in Supporting Immigrant Children
The issue of deportation has increasingly affected families across the United States, bringing to light the complex and multifaceted challenges faced by immigrant communities. When a parent is deported, children…