by Deedee | Jun 4, 2026 | Achieving Dreams, Make A Way
How to Dream is a new podcast from Make A Way Media! And if you’ve followed Make A Way Media for any length of time, you already know what we stand for: hope, healing, and helping people move forward, especially when life feels heavy. We believe in stories that...
by Deedee | Apr 10, 2026 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Every parent wants to believe they can protect their child from things that may hurt them. So when parents tell me, “My child isn’t on social media,” I understand why that feels reassuring. But in today’s world, keeping your child offline does not mean keeping them...
by Deedee | Apr 2, 2026 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
We are raising children in a world that even adults are struggling to understand. As a nation, our mental health is declining. At this point, mental health skill building is just as vital as teaching kids how to tie their shoes. The news is heavy and the pace is...
by Deedee | Feb 20, 2026 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Do you have your hope toolkit ready? You’re probably prepared for all sorts of emergencies. I bet you have a first aid kit for scrapes, a medicine cabinet for unexpected fevers and colds, a spare tire in the car, and flashlights with fresh batteries for power...
by Deedee | Feb 12, 2026 | Diverse Books, Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Recently, I had the honor of speaking to a room full of literacy leaders about something I believe with my whole heart: Children’s books are not “just stories.” They are emotional rehearsal. They are language for feelings kids can’t yet name. Just like going to the...
