The Sad Reason I Never Apply Mascara Before School Drop Off

The Sad Reason I Never Apply Mascara Before School Drop Off Insight into one mother’s daily task of school drop off with her highly anxious kid. My mind is awake long before the alarm chimes.  I am far from prepared to face another day, impending doom already settling in.  I know I must wake my… Continue reading The Sad Reason I Never Apply Mascara Before School Drop Off

10 Not So Obvious Signs of Anxiety in Children

What Are the Signs of Anxiety in Children? If you are like me, I used to have one image of an anxious child.  I pictured a young child voicing his or her concern over a scary situation.  The child would be using words like “I’m scared” or “this is scary”.  Ahhh…if only signs of anxiety… Continue reading 10 Not So Obvious Signs of Anxiety in Children

9 Helpful Books for Children with Anxiety

  9 Helpful Books for Children with Anxiety Children faced with daily anxiety often struggle with understanding and handling their worries.  Children’s literature offers relatable characters for anxious children, allowing them to better cope with their emotions.  Anxious children feel better when they see that they are not alone in their fears, and are able… Continue reading 9 Helpful Books for Children with Anxiety