Susan Stiffelman, MFT is the bestselling author of Parenting with Presence and Parenting without Power Struggles. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a credentialed teacher, and the Huffington Post’s weekly “Parent Coach” advice columnist. She lives in Malibu, California where she is an aspiring banjo player, a determined tap-dancer, and an optimistic gardener. Visit her online at ParentingwithPresence.com.
"In Parenting with Presence, Stiffelman says that even though most parents subscribe to the notion that inner growth happens as a result of daily meditation, mindfulness retreats, and/or inspiration from wise luminaries, it is actually their children who can be their greatest teachers."
The following articles "offer practical strategies for helping kids and parents manage stress, discover their passions, explore creativity, have more fun, be more present, improve communication, develop closer connection and be happier."
Living with Passion & Fostering Curiosity
Each child comes with his or her unique built-in, preloaded passions.
Happiness is an Inside Job
The elements that contribute to a fulfilling life go far beyond what money can buy.
Inject More Fun; Mindful Drawing; Storytelling
Creative ideas for injecting more playfulness into your daily routine.