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Dear Dumari,

"Happy St. Valentine's!" said my boys as they handed me a heart that said, "Mommy, I love you!" At that moment I felt very loved and appreciated. Mmmm, it felt good!

Do you often experience intense emotions as a parent? If you are a parent, my guess is that you said, "Yes!"

I have been reflecting on the power of emotions lately. Parenting has given me the opportunity to experience very intense emotions. To be honest, before being a parent I didn't realize I could feel so intensely!

Some of these emotions have felt good, like feeling loved and loving, appreciated and appreciative, proud, hopeful, excited and inspired.

I've also experienced emotions that have felt bad, like feeling angry, confused, dissapointed, sad, guilty, concerned, and overwhelmed.

 

I have come to understand that negative emotions are a powerful catalyst for change. They let me know when there is something I do not desire in my reality so that I can take the necessary steps to change it.

I've also noticed that when I experience intense negative emotions it is more challenging for me to connect with my heart and higher wisdom in order to create the positive change I desire.

This is one reason I am so thankful to have discovered the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT).

This month's featured article, "EFT, Emotional Freedom for Parents" shows you how you can use this powerful tool to help you release the negative emotions that are holding you back from parenting in a centered and loving way.

This eNewsletter is also packed with resources to empower you as a parent. Check out the "Managing Media in the Home" teleclass, Julie Rosenshein's "Highly Sensitive & Indigo Children" workshop, and the book, "Child of Mine, Know This."

Blessings of Love,
Dumari

 EFT, Emotional Freedom for Parents
 Parenting through Your Heart (Part V)

depression "Even though I feel extremely frustrated with my child's behavior, I deeply and completely love and accept myself."

The above statement (along with simple tapping with my fingers on specific areas on my body) has saved my sanity many times! Not only has it helped me feel more peaceful and centered right after I thought I would "lose it," but it has also made it easier for me to come from a place of love when addressing my children in emotionally intense situations.

What I am talking about here is called the Emotional Freedom Technique or EFT.

I have found EFT to be a very effective tool we parents can use to help us deal with the natural negative emotions that we often feel. Parenting is filled with emotionally intense moments and EFT can help!

 

Learn how you can use EFT (read more).... 


 
 Managing Media in the Home Teleclass Series
 with Jean Rogers (hosted by Dumari)

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Did you know...
  • 83% of ads on children's programming are for fast foods or sweets?
  • Studies increasingly show the connection between violent video games and increased aggressive actions?
  • Questionable content in all types of media is shaping the future of our children, our familes and the world?


I had heard that TV and video games affect children in negative ways and I wanted to learn more about how this applied to my family.

I had also been looking for positive and effective ways to manage the quality and the quantity of media my chidren were exposed to.


Then, I attended Jean Roger's workshop and all my media related questions were answered! I desire to offer you the opportunity to do the same.

I am very pleased to be hosting Jean's "Managing Media in the Home" Teleclass Series starting March 12th.


 

Learn more... 


 
 Highly Sensitive & Indigo Children workshop (NY, USA)
 with Julie B. Rosenshein

girl blue eyes Are you raising a highly sensitive or Indigo child? If you are, help is on the way...

My friend and colleague, Julie Rosenshein, also known as "the Indigo Doc" is giving a free class and introduction to the new A&E documentary being made on these special children.

Producers will be on location to talk to and you will gain new ideas and strategies for your child or family.

Please pass along to practitioners, families and friends who may benefit or be interested.

Date: Sunday, February 24th
Time: 4 pm - 6 pm EST
Location: The Solarium @ The Broodmor Building
235 W. 102nd Street NYC
(Corner of Broadway)

New York City, NY
For more information contact Julie at jrosenshein@aol.com or 1-866- KIDCOACH.


 

 


 
 Beautiful Book!: Child of Mine, Know This
 by Rebecca Whitecotton

Child of Mine Book I absolutely loved this book! I gave one to each of my children for their birthdays and even personalized them with their own pictures!

Child of Mine, Know This is heartwarming message about the love that bonds parent and child throughout eternity, is a beautiful gift book treasured by children of all ages - even adults! This book is a loving message reminding children and us that our physical bodies are just a part of who we are.

It's an inspirational message for parents who believe that their children's beautiful spirits are thousands of years old and wiser than they can imagine.

 

Download preview copy and order... 


 
 Calling all intuitive child artists!
 

child's drawing of heart Author and psychotherapist, Catherine Crawford, MFT, ATR has a book coming out this Fall, 2008 titled The Intuitive Child (Hunter House Publishers). Catherine is inviting families to share their stories of their intuitive children as well as their art work.

Art work that communicates a child's intuitive experience is especially appreciated and will be used in the publication, given your permission. (Identities will be kept confidential).

If you are willing to share your story of your intuitive child and/or their artwork you are helping to further our education of parents everywhere on understanding intuitive, empathic kids.


Questions, stories and art can be forwarded to Catherine by email: Catherine@lifepassage.com and by snail mail:

Catherine Crawford, MFT, ATR
Marriage and Family Therapist,
Registered Art Therapist

The Center for Life Passages
201 San Antonio Circle, Suite 212
Mountain View, California 94040

Thank you so much for your consideration!


 

 


 
 

 

 


 

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Blessings of Love,