by Marion Rose | Mar 11, 2015 | Introduction to Aware Parenting
The simple formula for understanding the complex process regarding presence in babies and children looks like this: MET NEEDS MINUS STRESS (stress + trauma + over-stimulation) PLUS EMOTIONAL RELEASE (crying in arms for babies, or crying/tantrums with support, and...
by Marion Rose | Mar 11, 2015 | Introduction to Aware Parenting
By Marion Badenoch Rose, Ph.D. Aware Parenting Aletha Solter’s Aware Parenting has a unique way of looking at us humans – as beings whose true nature is presence and awareness, and who naturally and joyfully want to connect, contribute and cooperate with one another....
by Marion Rose | Mar 11, 2015 | Introduction to Aware Parenting
By Marion Badenoch Rose, Ph.D. Babies come into the world with two (of many) vital needs – to belong (to their family and culture), and to express themselves authentically. Babies have an imperative to be true to themselves. Each baby comes into the world a unique...
by Marion Rose | Mar 11, 2015 | Introduction to Aware Parenting
Were you on the look out for just the exact present for your child? How would you feel if you heard that you already have it, and that it didn’t cost anything? Surprised? Racking your brains? ……… It’s Your Presence!!!! Babies and children thrive on connection with...
by Marion Rose | Mar 11, 2015 | Introduction to Aware Parenting
Remember gazing into the eyes of your baby? For just a moment, did you feel a sense of peace, deep love and timelessness? As your baby grew into a toddler and then into a child, did those moments become fewer and fewer? Have you ever wondered why this happened, or...
by Marion Rose | Mar 11, 2015 | Introduction to Aware Parenting
The reasons behind drug-use in young people are complex and many. The book review of Raising Drug-Free Kids (in this category) outlines some of these, including rebellion against parents, peer-group inclusion, and a search for meaning. However, escaping from painful...
