How to Teach Kids About Hope with the Hope Meter™
Did you know that hope isn't a feeling? It is a skill that we can all learn, practice, and grow. As a therapist, I have spoken with many kids and adults lately who feel overwhelmed, stressed and anxious. Some are struggling with things going on in their own lives....
The Christmas Book I Had to Write for My Son
I am excited to share that the In the Nick of Time series has grown again! This Fall I will release the third installment in the series called Hope In the Nick of Time and the series will now have an activity book too. Both of these new additions will focus on hoping...
Why Mindset Matters: The Secret to Pursuing Your Dreams With Purpose and Power
Your mindset shapes success, resilience, and your ability to dream big. You can have the vision.You can write the plan.You can even have the talent and tools.But without the right mindset, your dreams will stay stuck on the shelf. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep...
Honoring Juneteenth: How Make A Way Media Celebrates Black Freedom Through Storytelling
Juneteenth is more than a holiday—it is a moment of reflection, remembrance, and hope. Celebrated every June 19th, Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally received word that they were free—two and a half years after the...
When the World Feels Too Loud: How to Tune Out the Chaos and Create the Life You Want
In a world filled with noise, pressure, and uncertainty, it’s easy to lose your sense of direction. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by everything happening around you—and wondered how you’re supposed to stay hopeful in the middle of it all—you’re not alone. Here’s a...
A Guide for Teens: How to Protect Your Mental Health
Here is a short practical guide to help you understand what mental health is and how you can take care of yours. What is Mental Health? Mental health is about how you think, feel, and handle life. It affects how you deal with stress, make choices, and connect with...
How to Explain Holistic Mental Health to Teens
Taking care of your mental health doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. A holistic approach means checking in with your thoughts, your body, your emotions, your spirit, and even your environment. Try small things in each area—you don’t have to fix everything at...
A Calm Start to Summer: Before-Camp Anxiety Is Real—Here’s a Routine to Help
Summer camp can be a magical experience—a time to explore, create new friendships, build confidence, and step into more independence. But for many kids, especially tweens, the excitement of camp is mixed with something else: anxiety. As a therapist and mom, I’ve seen...
How to Hold on to Hope: The Moment I Learned Hope Was a Skill
There’s a moment in every life where something shifts. For me, that moment came quietly but unmistakably—like a puzzle piece finally clicking into place. It happened not in a classroom or on a stage, but in the presence of a young person who had no sense of tomorrow...
100 Ways to Grow Hoping Skills as a Family
100 Ways to Grow Hoping Skills as a Family How do you teach children how to hope? How do we teach ourselves? Here's a practical (and completely doable) guide to building emotional resilience, connection, and belief in brighter tomorrows—together. Don't be overwhelmed...