By Matt Charbonneau
My religious education class was recently discussing various outlets people might explore when coping with different emotions. Suggestions from my freshman students included exercise, conversations with friends or family, eating, reading, professional counseling, and writing in a journal. Towards the end of our chat, one girl chimed in, asking what strategies exist that connect to […]
By Jessica Wolstenholm
There are many intentional ways to love our kids in every moment—when we’re busy or tired; when we’re out of money or energy. Often times, we think we need to spend lots of time or money to make a connection with our kids memorable and meaningful. But the truth is: little deposits into their hearts […]
By Stephanie Thomas
Let’s take a stroll down 2020 memory lane, shall we? Things started out normal enough—with dreams, goals, and plans—then quickly devolved into a year where we all laughed at memes to keep from crying. There was the global pandemic, of course. But also the racial reckoning, crazy weather patterns, and a tense presidential election. It […]
By Melanie Norman
Que the Christmas Music! It’s almost time for Christmas break! The kids will be out of school, there will be no rigorous schedule to follow and families can finally spend quality, uninterrupted time together. This year has certainly brought along some challenges for many families, so we want to give you some fun ideas of […]
By Erick Goss
Emotions are a story I have had to confront. Over and over. Emotions are not entirely natural for me. I want to value my facts over my emotions. I’m ex-military. An entrepreneur. I’ve been part of the early days at companies that are now household names. I like to solve problems, analyze data, and move […]
By Melanie Rainer
When my daughter first became old enough to understand the gifting part of Christmas, my own reflexes surprised me. What do you want for Christmas this year? I would ask. Ooooh, is that something you would want for Christmas? Christmas is coming, maybe you’ll get that toy then! Even as the words started tumbling out […]
By Jessica Wolstenholm
The following post is an excerpt from our latest Minno Life Guide, Technology: Raising Digital Natives from child and adolescent counselor, Sissy Goff. Find out more about the guide in the Minno Shop. . . . . . . . . . . Do you remember getting your first cell phone with a camera? The […]
By Editorial Team
Honestly, I really wish I could say, “Just don’t!” I wish I could just tell my kids not to worry about politics until they’re old enough to vote and whistle a happy tune and be on our way. But the fact is that kids will hear all kinds of things from all kinds of people […]
By Matt Charbonneau
“Mom, can I watch IT 2 with my friends?” This was my 10-year-old daughter calling late one night last Summer while at her first sleepover with a bunch of other 10-year-old girls. My wife pulled the iPhone away from her face and looked at me for some quick advice. What should we do? Cue the […]
By Jessica Wolstenholm
When we were growing up, moms treated the first day back to school like a victory that deserved celebration. Sure, maybe they stopped short of wearing an “I Survived Summer with Kids” tee but mamas made their elation known. And we didn’t mind. We were ready to go back too—goof off with friends, settle into […]