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​Why do we want to help our kids become resilient?
So they can better deal with stress, respond to challenges, and handle their emotions. Resiliency builds confidence, empathy, and optimism.
*This series is appropriate for parents of children of all ages.*

​ "Raising Children with Grit and Resilience During the Pandemic and Beyond"
 
Wednesday, January 19th
7:00-8:00 p.m. on zoom
 
with guest speaker
Alicia Farrell, PhD

Our primary and overriding responsibility as a parent is to raise children so they can thrive without us. Ever feel like you don’t know what you’re doing? Join the crowd! These are difficult and unprecedented times that require a boots-on-the-ground mentality. Come ground yourself in the basics of parenting and learn practical tools you can apply immediately to positively change the course of your children’s lives.
This talk will cover:

• What parenting style you currently use and what might be its long-term consequences.
• How to set, communicate and implement healthy boundaries and expectations for children of all ages.
• How to let children make mistakes, take responsibility and learn without shame while building grit and resilience.
• The secret of collaborative problem solving instead of punishment to influence children’s choices and behavior.
• How to let go as a parent without losing control.

 
This talk is relevant for parents, grandparents, school administrators, counselors, teachers, community leaders and more. Come be inspired to take charge! This program is free and open to the public. 

REGISTER for ZOOM LINK

Save the date for our next workshop in this series
February 15, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
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How to Parent Your Children Around Substance Misuse While Feeding Grit and Resilience

THE SPIRIT OF GIVING...
Volunteerism and giving are the backbone of many small communities and ours is no different- it is a very special part of Lyme-Old Lyme. In this episode co-hosts Gavin, Phoebe, and Alli are joined by Mary Seidner (Executive Director at LYSB) and Bob Cope (Community Member and Volunteer Leader) to celebrate the holidays sharing our thoughts and ideas on how to stay involved and connected. Please tune in!

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