Have you ever gone through a parent performance review? If you did, who would be the one doing the reviewing? I worry about the kind of “constructive criticism” my kids would have for me if they were the ones leading the review. It’s an interesting concept to think about, isn’t it? How does one score a perfect score on your year-end review for being a parent? The truth is, intentional parenting — not perfect parenting — is what really matters most. I don’t think there’s such a thing as a perfect score when it comes to parenting. It might be the one role in life where perfection is truly impossible… That’s where the term Parentship comes in. It’s a Read more…
Introduction Do you remember that scene in The Karate Kid when Daniel is out on the front of the boat, throwing down some sweet karate moves while trying to stay balanced? I think one of my biggest misses in life has been chasing that kind of balance. Also, not buying one of those cool Karate Kid headbands. What if I told you it’s time to stop chasing balance? I’ve fought hard to find balance between my work and home life—along with everything else that’s pulled at my attention over the years. There are so many things asked of us, and trying to find this balance might not be the answer. Perhaps the only balance in life you should be looking Read more…
Life is a whirlwind. Between work deadlines, soccer practices, and that never-ending to-do list, it can feel like the days fly by without much pause. But amidst all the hustle, there’s something simple and magical we can’t afford to overlook: joy. It’s not about grand gestures or perfect plans—it’s about those small, often unplanned, moments with the people we love most. Think about it. Joy doesn’t come from an exotic vacation or a picture-perfect dinner table (though those are nice when they happen). It’s found in the laughter that erupts during a board game, the warm hugs after a rough day, or even the quiet, shared moments over a bowl of cereal on a busy morning. Family joy is all Read more…
How many times have you caught yourself saying, “I’ll be happy when…”? Maybe it’s when you finally get that promotion, finish paying off the mortgage, or lose those extra pounds. We’ve all been there—chasing happiness as if it’s a finish line we’ll eventually cross. But what if we’ve been looking at happiness all wrong? What if the secret isn’t in reaching the destination but in embracing the journey? Why We Need to Stop Saying “I Will Be Happy When…” Living in the mindset of “I’ll be happy when…” creates a constant cycle of dissatisfaction. It keeps us from appreciating what we have right now and blinds us to the beauty of the everyday. Life isn’t made up of grand milestones—it’s Read more…
Parenting today feels like running an endless marathon. Between school drop-offs, work meetings, and extracurricular activities, it’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that doing more means being a better parent. But what if the secret to successful parenting wasn’t about doing everything, but about trying less in parenting? Trying to juggle it all often leaves us stressed, distracted, and disconnected. We aim to create the best possible life for our children, but in striving for perfection, we sometimes miss the moments that matter most. Why Doing It All Doesn’t WorkThe constant push to do everything as a parent can be overwhelming. Overloaded schedules can lead to burnout—not just for parents, but for kids, too. Studies show that Read more…