Posts by: Katie Kennedy

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How to Encourage Kids to Try New Things

October 3, 2022 11:16 am Published by Leave your thoughts

I was fortunate enough to grow up with a dad who encouraged us to broaden our horizons, to dream, and to try new things. As a young person, trying new things helped me grow. So I’ve tried doing the same thing with our kids. Some kids are really adventurous and will try anything—you may have...


10 Ways to Make Your Child Feel Secure

September 1, 2022 12:30 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Recently I took my kids to a theme park. Thinking my six-year-old daughter was ready for roller coasters, I brought her on one with me. She wasn’t ready. From the moment we clicked our seat belts, she was terrified. So I threw my arms around her and told her I had her. I kept repeating...


5 Ways to Mentally Prepare For After-School Pickup

September 1, 2022 12:25 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

As a teacher, I often get assigned after-school car line duty. One day, at a school where I used to work, I asked a parent to drive forward. She put her window down and screamed, “What do you think I’m doing?” I get it. Parents are stressed after a long day. They’re tired and ready...


5 Things a Recovering People Pleaser Should Practice

September 1, 2022 12:19 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

I stood there, arms at my sides, internally screaming all the things I prepared to say as I faced down the one person I could never go against: my mom. Her actions and demeanor were nothing new—stoic and unyielding. She knew I’d cave and give in to what she wanted. I always did. But in...


4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Ever Speak

September 1, 2022 12:15 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Most of our communication involves talking. Said differently, while our nonverbal communication is important, what we actually say matters a great deal. I’ve found two things true: First, I need to watch my mouth, and second, If I don’t watch my mouth, there are consequences. I don’t think I’m alone here. Many people get this...


4 Ways Good Leaders Show Respect

September 1, 2022 11:39 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Harvard Business Review conducted a study of 20,000 employees and found that 54 percent said they don’t regularly get respect from their leaders. Listen—you’ll be busy, overwhelmed, and have a lot of people to help when you’re blessed to lead. However, whether you’re leading a team of three (in your home) or a team of...