Support Network

05/29/2026

This looks like it will be wonderful!

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Instead of "you are so clumsy"

Try: "Everyone makes mistakes. It is how we learn."

You are not letting them off the hook.

You are teaching them that mistakes are part of being human, not proof that something is wrong with them.

Instead of "why did you do that?"

Try: "Let's figure out what happened together."

You are not skipping the conversation.

You are walking into it beside them, instead of standing over them.

That difference is everything.

Words can shame or words can shape.

You get to choose, in real time, every single day.
Not perfectly.
Not always.

But often enough that your child learns the difference between being corrected and being shamed.

That difference is what they carry into every relationship they will ever have.

This is the work.

Catching the sharp word before it leaves your mouth.

Replacing the old script with a new one.

Speaking to your child the way you wish someone had spoken to you.

Strong spine. Soft heart.

That is peaceful parenting.

05/29/2026

04/23/2026

In total, the nation’s top 25 philanthropists have donated $275 billion so far in their lifetimes, an uptick of $34 billion over last year. That’s a huge sum but represents just 14% of their combined fortunes, the smallest percentage since 2021.

Not generous enough to make the top 25 cut: Elon Musk and Larry Page, the world’s two richest people, who together are worth more than $1 trillion.

Read more about this year's list: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbeswealthteam/2026/02/09/americas-top-25-philanthropists---and-why-musk-page-and-ellison-arent-on-the-list/?utm_campaign=ForbesMainFB&utm_source=ForbesMainFacebook&utm_medium=social

04/23/2026

04/13/2026

Tonight’s support group has been canceled. Sorry for any inconvenience!

03/20/2026

Join us at 10:00 for Parenting Well When You Are Not Feeling Well Group! Zoom Id: 2642128031
Hope we see you there!

03/03/2026

Calling the Peer Support Workforce: We know you have stories, strategies and successes to share! Highlight your work and/or your organization by participating.

Behavioral Health News writes: “We are seeking articles from peer specialists, individuals with lived experience, and others who work closely with peer services for the Spring 2026 issue of Behavioral Health News, themed ‘Supporting Peer Services in Behavioral Health.’ This issue will highlight the growing role of peers in mental health and substance use care, featuring personal experiences, program models, success stories, and practical guidance for strengthening recovery-oriented care.

Suggested topics include, but are not limited to peer-led advocacy, youth and young adult peer support, peer involvement in systems change, family peer support, workforce development, and integrating peers into clinical and community programs. We also welcome your own ideas.

If you're interested, email David at [email protected] with a brief description of your proposed topic for approval, and he will provide submission guidelines. The March 12th deadline is approaching. A short extension is available if needed.

03/03/2026