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 5/20/25 Mary Smith 5/20/25

Grit Isn’t Loud

Grit isn’t built in big, public victories—it’s formed quietly in everyday struggles and emotional moments no one sees. True growth comes not from milestones, but from how kids (and parents) handle disappointment, persistence, and emotional resilience in ordinary life.

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

Do Your Eyes Light Up?

Learn how a simple moment—like letting your face light up when your child enters the room—can boost connection, build emotional safety, and strengthen your parent-child relationship.

Mary Smith 4/8/25 Mary Smith 4/8/25

Resetting Rewires

When parenting feels off-track, you don’t need a total overhaul—you need a reset. This post explores how even a small moment of repair can rewire connection, build trust, and shift the emotional tone at home. It's never too late to start over.