Life can get pretty busy sometimes!  In the midst of it all, it's so important to marvel at the amazing human beings you've had a major hand in shaping.  If you haven't done this in a while, it's time to stop and smell the roses!  Your kids are pretty darn amazing!  Happy thriving! :) 

Although it cuts us to the core, our kids sometimes use manipulative, hurtful words to get their points across.  In these tough moments, it's crucial to stand your ground and teach them better ways to handle their emotions and to communicate.  In this episode, Brianna and Suzanne dive into why our kids use these tactics as well as ideas for handling these situations when they arise.  Happy thriving! :) 

Seize the day?  How about seize the moment!  As parents, let's make a pact to shift our mindset from “always perfect” to “perfect right now."  Tune in as Brianna and Suzanne explore the value of finding joy in the little moments that make up parenthood.  Happy thriving! :) 

Did you know that the wiring of kids' brains literally changes for the better when their typical environment is calm?  How about that living in chronic stress suppresses our organ systems and puts us at a much greater risk for developing longterm illnesses?  Tune in as teacher-moms Brianna and Suzanne dig into some of the research that's proven time and time again why creating calm is crucial for us to thrive and give strategies for managing stress despite our busy lives.  Happy thriving! :) 

Tired of the answers you get from your kids when you ask those scripted questions like, "How was your day?" or "What'd you learn at school today?"  Make the most of your family time together and foster engaging and stimulating conversations by trying these tips from Brianna and Suzanne on how to get meaningful conversations flowing during those precious everyday moments.  Happy thriving! :)

A positive relationship between the student, parent, and teacher is crucial for the optimal success of any school year.  Listen in as teacher-moms Brianna and Suzanne share insight on how to build a dynamic team driven by respect, trust, and common goals.  Happy thriving! :) 

Tune in as Brianna and Suzanne detail the importance of setting aside time each week to regroup and refresh, being intentional about welcoming an amazing week ahead.  We'll talk about the major categories we consider during our own weekly refreshes and get your wheels turning about ways to bring more ease and flow into the administrative tasks involved with running your household.  Happy thriving! :) 

It's hard to believe it, but summer's winding down to make way for another school year!  This is a fresh start and a new opportunity!  Tune in for tips from teacher-moms Brianna and Suzanne on steps you can take now to set your family up for success this school year!  Happy thriving! :) 

In a world where a piece of plastic is often what our kids see as our currency, it's crucial to be intentional about teaching what money is, how we earn it, how we save it, and why it's so important to handle it wisely.  Tune in as Brianna and Suzanne provide practical ideas for increasing your child's financial literacy.  We promise it'll pay off! :) 

For most of us, the emotional journey of parenting is unpredictable at best!  As parents, we experience emotions we never even thought possible.  And, just when we're getting used to one emotion, new ones pop up as our parenting adventure continues!  Tune in as Brianna and Suzanne go into some of the unexpected twists and turns of the emotions of parenting and how we can be strong models for our kids as they learn to navigate their own emotions.  Happy thriving! :)