THE COMPASSION CLUB Rolling the Dice: How Dungeons and DragonsStrengthened Our Family Bond Imagine a typical family – that’s us, the Perrys. Like many, we are navigating through the throes of teenage tantrums, school homework, and the noise of a bustling household. But we’ve discovered a magical realm within our Read more…
THE COMPASSION CLUB Embracing Mistakes: Nurturing Growth in Children In the intricate tapestry of parenting, one thread stands out as particularly vital: the art of embracing mistakes. This article serves as a guiding light for parents and anyone involved in the upbringing of children. Its purpose is clear – to Read more…
THE COMPASSION CLUB WHY ITS OKAY TO BE JUST OK We’ve all taken science, math, history, and English classes, but here’s maybe the most important high school class you never took: mental wellness. You’ve likely had a tutor once in your life, whether it’s for algebra, chemistry, or some ridiculously Read more…
In the labyrinth of our minds, we often encounter formidable adversaries: limiting beliefs and negative self-talk. These invisible barriers can paralyze our potential, stifle our ambitions, and imprison us within self-imposed constraints. In this blog, we will explore the roots of limiting beliefs and negative self-talk, understand their detrimental effects, and learn strategies to break free from their grip. Together, we will unveil the path to self-liberation.
THE COMPASSION CLUB THE SILENT SUPERPOWER Sometimes, when someone is going through a difficult time, I tell them I’m thinking of them. Or that I’m sending them love and light. Or that I’m praying for them. I often say these things because I want to help, but this is usually Read more…
THE COMPASSION CLUB Am I Enough? Tina Vaphiadis- Am I Enough? Am I Enough? It’s a question we ask ourselves—sometimes without even realizing it. Our subconscious creates destructive doubt in our minds about our self-worth. I’ll answer your question with a definite YES! I’ll even give you a HECK YEAH!!!! Read more…
THE COMPASSION CLUB THE INNER VOICE OF SELF-COMPASSION Cause I’m a black belt when I’m beating up on myself But I’m an expert at giving love to somebody else. Do these lyrics to Demi Lovato’s song I love me sound familiar? Often times it is really easy for us to be kind Read more…
THE COMPASSION CLUB 20 Things Every Teen Girl Needs to Know Teen life can be difficult to navigate: overthinking what someone told you at school, being left out by the locker, falling asleep late because you’re anxious about tomorrow. Life is hard. Feelings are real. But you don’t have to Read more…
THE COMPASSION CLUB RADICAL CONNECTION I love using the word RADICAL when I talk about connection in parenting. According to google, the Latin derivative for radical is “root.” It’s more commonly held meaning is to “go against the grain.” Radical connection is a concept that deserves recognition. This type of Read more…
By Jenna Smith It was 6 am and our college soccer team was getting in some extra training before classes started for the day. We looked so professional wearing our custom sports jackets! I was running hard and about halfway through our workout, the thoughts started creeping in. “I don’t Read more…