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Both parents and kids might feel a little bit of burnout. From the end-of-the-year tests for the kids to the overwhelming amount of activities and events, this time of year can have you feeling stressed out and exhausted. Psychotherapist Niro Feliciano helps parents navigate the extra stress.

Many students are making college decisions, getting ready for graduation, and prepping for their first job or internship interviews. This can cause a lot anxiety, and some will face rejection and disappointment in this process. Psychotherapist Niro Feliciano offers tips to parents to help their children build resilience in the face of tough situations.

Listen when I say I’m pretty sure almost every family I know, who has raised kids through the teenage years, has had at least one kid who has suffered from a serious, mental-health-related situation at some point, even for a short time. It is harder than ever to parent in this generation because the world is hard on kids- shoot- it’s hard on us! Give grace to yourself and to those around you - you never know what someone’s going through in the family. And join us for this amazing conference in Nashville! Info in my profile! We will help you navigate this ever-changing, complex journey—you are not alone! ❤️🙏🏽 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raising-capable-kids-a-parenting-conference-with-david-thomas-sissy-goff-tickets-1291690835059?aff=oddtdtcreator

I was asked yesterday while giving a talk for the parents and alumni of the Taft School — how do you reset to healthy levels of dopamine? Technology has gotten a bad rap. I will say like anything else in moderation, technology is very beneficial for learning, connection, entertainment, and more. Let’s face it—we can’t live without it, nor do we want to! Balance is key, and by incorporating these activities regularly for you and for your kids, we ensure levels of dopamine resume to physiologically healthy levels. Here is your master list. Try and check a few things off every day, and you will be well on your way. ✅ ☀️ Sunshine - get outside! 🪴 Nature - especially taking a walk in new environments. 🏃🏽‍♂️Exercise - especially aerobic activity. 🎵Music - nothing better than a great playlist. 👯‍♀️Social connection - spend time with friends and 🐶’s—laughing, hugging, deep conversations. 🎨 Creativity - also beneficial for anxiety—writing, dancing, gardening, instruments, art. 🧘🏽‍♀️Meditation and Mindfulness - even 5-10 min. 😴 Sleep - a good night’s rest and naps! ✅ Lists - Setting and achieving small goals and checking them off. If this was helpful to you, share it and tag me!

It really doesn’t take much other than intention to create a ripple of positivity. Where can you do that today? Who in your life needs to hear from you?

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Changing friendships is a common situation that most of us will experience at one time or another. Here are some points to consider if you are wondering if yours can stand the test of time:  https://www.today.com/health/mind-body/female-friendship-challenges-rcna197977?search=niro%20feliciano #FriendshipEvolution #HealthyRelationships #NavigatingFriendships #FriendshipGrowth #IsThisNormal