Yes! You have Time to Learn BrainMoves!
By: Diane Malik Published on: 29/05/2025Are you considering doing BrainMoves with your child or incorporating it into your classroom but are unsure if you have the time to dedicate to learning? Regular readers of this newsletter know that my self-paced BrainMoves course is designed for busy parents and working adults. I created the course with audio that can be listened to in the car or while doing chores around the house, as well as 5.5 hours of brief, easily digestible interactive video lessons. I wanted to make sure that parents, teachers, and therapists could learn valuable skills that they could immediately apply, even while they were still going through the course lessons. Yet, many people still wonder, “What will you learn?” Here is what is included in my BrainMoves course.
Confidence, Cooking, and Picky Eaters
By: Elizabeth Hummel Published on: 29/04/2025Dinner time is an important opportunity for families to share, communicate, ask questions, and build connections. Picky eating, also known as selective or fussy eating, is a common behavior in children where they are very selective about the foods they eat, often refusing new or unfamiliar items. While this behavior is often a normal phase of development, some children may exhibit extreme pickiness that can lead to nutrient deficiencies. It is essential to understand the reasons behind picky eating and to adopt strategies that can help children broaden their dietary choices.
Positive Statements for Difficult or Transitional Moments
By: Diane Malik Published on: 20/04/2025Navigating the challenges of teaching and/or parenting can often feel overwhelming, especially during difficult or transitional moments with your preschooler. It’s essential to provide support and encouragement while helping children develop resilience and a sense of control. Positive statements are a powerful tool that can shape these interactions, creating a nurturing environment that fosters growth and understanding. Here are eight examples you can use to reframe emotional or transitional moments, allowing both you and your child to move forward more smoothly.
BrainMoves and Coping with Overwhelm
By: Diane Malik Published on: 02/04/2025When we reach the edge of our capacity as humans, our sympathetic nervous system takes over to keep us safe. This system triggers involuntary bodily reactions and influences our emotional responses. When our stomach clenches, our mind goes blank, we freeze, or we snap and say something sarcastic—or even involuntarily apologize—we are executing one of three preprogrammed survival reactions in our bodies: freeze, fight or flight.
