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.

Accepting Is Not Agreeing
Learning to accept your child’s perspective—without needing to agree—builds emotional safety, trust, and deeper connection.

Kids' Behavior Decoded
Kids want to be easygoing, loving, and cooperative. Once we understand this, we can untangle any child's (mis)behavior not as the problem—but as the clue.

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.

“Yes, and”—A Surprising Strategy for Your Kids
Saying “Yes, and…” helps kids feel heard and sets a boundary—without conflict. This post introduces a simple improv-inspired strategy that validates your child’s perspective while guiding behavior with calm, connection, and clarity.