Gluten-Free Oatmeal Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies

Reblogged from Kmareka.com: These can be for your Soul Mate, or just for yourself! Either way, they make a great Valentine’s Day Treat. They are also high in protein and whole grains, and have a list of ingredients that even I can remember off the top of my head. Recipe to come in my book, … Continue reading »

What Animals Do for Our Mental Health

Reblogged from Kmareka.com: In my book, “Know Thyself: A Kid’s Guide to the Archetypes,” I recommend that children watch or play with animals in order to become more aware of the Innocent Archetype — the naturally curious part of our identity. Research into how animals affect our mental health is just in its infancy, but … Continue reading »

The Importance of Learning to Quiet Yourself

Reblogged from Kmareka.com: In my book, Know Thyself: A Kid’s Guide to the Archetypes, I recommend children learn to practice mindfulness and meditation. In essence, one of the most important skills you can learn in life is how to quiet yourself — how to quiet your mind, how to calm your body, and how, when … Continue reading »

Presenting the Evidence for Archetypes-Based Therapy

Reblogged from Kmareka.com: There is a tremendous amount of evidence to support the practices and suggestions in my book, “Know Thyself: A Kid’s Guide to the Archetypes.” With regard to expressing your Innocent, I advise children to play outdoors every day. Here is a piece of research that shows that outdoor play is one of … Continue reading »

When Actions Don’t Speak Louder Than Words

Reblogged from PAR's Blog: A new study from researchers at Northwestern University helps to better understand the powerful impact words have on infants. While babies were watching the researchers intently, an experimenter used her forehead to turn on a light. She then allowed the infants to play with the light themselves to see if they … Continue reading »