Why Noticing Beauty Makes You a Better (and Happier) Parent
Parenting can feel relentless, but what if the key to more joy and less stress is already around you? Discover how noticing small moments of beauty can boost resilience, strengthen self-trust, and shift your parenting perspective.
Burned Out or Just Stressed? How to Tell the Difference
Parental burnout is real—57% of parents report experiencing it (Ohio State, 2024). But how is burnout different from everyday stress? Learn the signs, the science behind it, and how gratitude can help parents regain balance and resilience. Take the burnout quiz to see where you stand.
Mindful Awareness for Parents
When we parent with gratitude, we don’t ignore the hard stuff; we simply choose to see the good alongside it. Over time, this duality creates a resilient, mindful approach to life—one where gratitude becomes a trait, not just a fleeting state.
Gratitude: The Parenting Superpower You Already Have
Practicing gratitude can transform parenting. Backed by research, this post explores how gratitude builds resilience, enhances self-worth, and creates meaning in the chaos of raising kids. Get started with actionable tips and joy to follow!
Gratitude Practice: Off the Hook
The cultural expectations of parenting and the impact of Intensive Parenting on Parents' Mental Health — plus a practice to help you get through!
Gratitude Practice: Savoring
What if I told you that your toddler’s crusty nose could be a great source of happiness and well-being? You would probably say gross, Stef.
Embracing Intentional Parenting
Learn how to parent with gratitude by following the simple equation of Intention + Attention + Action + Repetition = Results. Start with setting a GoodAF Mom Intention, such as being a happier and kinder person.
How Does Gratitude Improve Parenting?
Recently I decided to ask the ChatGPT AI machine the question: How does Gratitude Improve Parenting? I know from personal experience that gratitude has improved my relationship with my kids, self, and partner — but I wanted to hear what the research AI had to say.
Gratitude Practice: The Hot Mom Walk
I love it. It’s such a simple formula — but of course, instead of a Hot Girl Walk, I go on Hot Mom Walks. My Hot Mom Walks are filled with gratitude, and also self-confidence boosting hip swings, but also I like to reflect on my goals for my self-growth…
Burnout and the Benefits of Gratitude
According to psychologists, burnout is a physiological and psychological state we can reach when the following things go off the rails: Sleep, Healthy Choices (whatever that means to you), Resources, and Support. A state means it’s temporary - which is a good thing, right? That’s our first step out of the tunnel. Perspective to see that even though everything is a mess and so heavy and demanding, it is temporary can help.