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There is so much we cannot control about coronavirus and all that it has impacted, how can we find any ability to experience some peace and calm?  Studies show that our central nervous system reacts positively when we are able to exert control over our lives and our circumstances and it reacts negatively when we … Read more

Many are predicting that divorce rates will skyrocket once we are no longer mitigating with social distance, but might this be a major miscalculation?  During the pandemic we don’t have much choice about where we live or whether we prefer living elsewhere.  This may just force couples to “work it out.” When it is easier … Read more

It is the responsibility of white people to teach our children that we need to be aware and sensitive when people of color are not being treated fairly.   We need to teach our white children how to use their privilege to stand up and speak out to defend what is right. We must teach our … Read more

“Color-blindness” was a notion embraced by liberals in the 1960’s and 1970’s that was an expression of open-mindedness and considering more than ‘color’ to understand others who look different from you.  While the intention was ‘acceptance,’ it also encouraged silence about the differences between racial and ethnic groups. This silence may actually prevent educational opportunities … Read more

Parents have many important duties of parenthood; modeling and valuing moral and ethical behavior, valuing and pursuing education, developing empathy, importance of community.  Included in these responsibilities, we need to add the importance of teaching our children about racism and diversity to help instill a new level of consciousness in the next generations. Include books, … Read more

Families of color teach their children what to expect outside of their homes; what to look out for, heightened sensitivity, safety issues and behavioral expectations.  White families do not need to wait for a newsworthy event to occur to begin teaching their kids how families of color are treated differently. Use examples that are developmentally … Read more