There is no harder job than that of being a parent, especially when your child is struggling. The pain that comes from watching your child struggle with a learning challenge, low self esteem, or in any area, can feel overwhelming. I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on the Lyndi and Lizzie podcast, where we discussed neuroplasticity and brain growth, parenting strategies for nurturing …
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The Ability to Overcome Challenges and Strengthen Our Brain
Did you know that there is a part of your brain that grows when you do things that you don’t feel like doing? And conversely, that same part of your brain, called the anterior midcingulate cortex, shrinks when you focus on doing things that are easy. Even more interesting is that scientist have recently discovered that people who seem to overcome the greatest obstacles, and accomplish the …
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Surviving Your Child’s Learning Challenges
It may not feel like it right now, but you’re going to survive the challenges your child is facing. Whether you’ve recently learned your child has a learning disability, or you’ve been working through this situation for years, the reality is that the struggles your child is going through have a profound impact on you as a parent. Though it is perfectly normal to experience feelings of fear, …
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You Are Not Alone – Helping Your Child with Learning Challenges
Hello Foundations Families and Friends, The pursuit of helping a child who is struggling to thrive in school can be a stressful and lonely journey for parents. We desperately want our children to experience success, have a good future, and to feel happy and confident. It can feel scary when we question if those things will happen, and trying to figure out how to best support your child's growth …
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There is Hope for Change and Growth!
Hello Foundations Families and Friends! Over the next five weeks we will be sharing videos with you from current and former Foundations parents and students. Our hope is that their stories will encourage you and remind you that you are not alone in your journey as you navigate the challenges that come with working through learning difficulties. As you'll hear in their stories, THERE IS HOPE FOR …