The MicroStep Minute

Parent Resources

Improve your parenting in just a few minutes with easy action steps backed by brain science and simplified for busy parents.

Mary Smith 4/23/25 Mary Smith 4/23/25

Kids' Behavior Decoded

Kids want to be easygoing, loving, and cooperative.

Mary Smith 4/9/25 Mary Smith 4/9/25

Listening Without Judgement

This post unpacks how listening with acceptance—not correction—helps kids feel safe, understood, and more likely to open up. It’s not about agreement; it’s about presence, trust, and staying in the conversation.

Mary Smith 4/9/25 Mary Smith 4/9/25

Breaking the Judgment Cycle

In tough moments, it’s easy to judge our child’s emotions instead of accepting them. But judgment shuts kids down—while curiosity and compassion help them feel seen, safe, and truly loved. This post explores how shifting from correction to connection builds emotional resilience and trust, even in the messiest moments.