Optimistic Parenting

Our next parenting workshop focuses on “Optimistic Parenting” with V. Mark Durand, PhD from USF St. Pete.

With keen insight, gentle humor, and practical tools and strategies, Durand will guide parents step by step through the process of:
• pinpointing the "why" behind ...challenging behavior
• tuning in to their own thoughts, emotions, and self-talk
• understanding how their thoughts affect their interactions with their child
• interrupting negative thoughts and replacing them with positive, productive ones
• achieving a healthy balance between taking care of their own needs and their child's needs
• using effective emergency strategies when quick behavior intervention is needed
• implementing long-term strategies for lasting behavior improvements
• addressing the most common problem areas, such as sleep and transitions
• increasing mindfulness and parenting "in the moment"
Held March 7th, 630-8pm . . Childcare available upon request. $10/class. Register online at Unitycampus.org
Please join us. Questions: Please contact Paige Michaelis info@1minutemommy.com