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I’ve Neglected You and I Apologize. Medical Issues Are Beginning to Resolve and Novel Revisions Are Completed

I haven’t been in touch lately due to serious family medical issues. I’ve been completing revisions to my novel when I have a spare moment. I apologize for the online silence. The family’s medical issues are resolving somewhat and that’s a relief. Completing the revisions to the novel is also a relief. I’m about to submit it…

Suanne Lewis

May 17, 2024

books by the author, dog lovers, self motivation

Cozy mystery, dogs, English Setter, Novel, YA novel 12 and up

First Draft of Novel Complete: Self-Doubt in Play

I’ve been telling you about writing my first novel and I’m glad to say that the challenge of the first draft is finished. It’s a coming-of-age story that describes a young teen’s challenge with anxiety and self-doubt amidst family chaos and bullying. It’s a heroine’s journey with a crew of supportive friends, including her loyal…

Suanne Lewis

April 15, 2024

books by the author, dog lovers

books, dogs, fiction, new book, writing

New book and young hawks this Spring

I’m still working on Harry’s (the English setter sidekick) story of supporting our young heroine, Nina. Hopefully, my first draft will be complete this month. Since I’m a newbie in writing novels, having only written hundreds of clinical reports in my previous life, I will need some beta readers to give me some feedback on the book. If…

Suanne Lewis

March 21, 2024

books by the author, dog lovers

birds, dogs, hawks, nature

I’m missing writing about dog buddies so…

Several years ago I had a lovely English Setter, named Sam. English setters are in the hunting dog category and are one of the oldest breeds of hunting dogs, or so I’ve read. They are often used for hunting birds and will fetch downed birds and will point with foreleg and tail when spotting one in the…

Suanne Lewis

February 19, 2024

books by the author, dog lovers

art, books, dogs, English Setters, photography

Mindful Parenting Communication-Part 5

The 5th Video in the 5-Part Series of Mindful Parenting Communication is available on February 14. This video focuses on Using Teaching Tales to Provide Themes, Language, Characters, and Connections to Open Non-Threatening Conversations with Your Little One The video describes how the process enhances visual, auditory, emotional, and kinesthetic learning. You may find the…

Suanne Lewis

February 13, 2024

books by the author, communication, Effective parenting, mindful communication, Parent-Child Category

attention focus, communication, Parent-Child Communication

Next Video Available in 5-Part Series

The 4th Video in the 5-Part Series of Mindful Parenting Communication is available on February 5. This video focuses on Learning and Practicing Effective Yet Simple Communication Techniques. -The art of open conversation and relationship-building. You may find the video at www.YouTube@4StepsConnectRelationships

Suanne Lewis

February 5, 2024

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attention focus, communication, Parent-Child Communication, self-help

Next Video Available in 5-Part Series

The 3rd Video in the 5-Part Series of Mindful Parenting Communication will be available on January 30. This video will focus on Transitioning to Relaxed Listening and Conversing with Your Child, discussing the how and why of use of tension release and focused attention techniques. You may find the video at YouTube – https://youtube.com/@4StepsConnectRelationships I hope you enjoy…

Suanne Lewis

January 29, 2024

books by the author, communication, Effective parenting, mindful communication, Parent-Child Category

attention focus, communication, Parent-Child Communication, self-help, tension release

Update on Mindful Parenting Communication Videos

Hi there! I wanted to update you on the 5-part free video series on YouTube featuring mindful parenting communication techniques. The second in the series, explaining how to create a special “space” for communication with your little one, will be available beginning 1/23/24 at 12 am. Please tune in to my YouTube channel: YouTube – https://youtube.com/@4StepsConnectRelationships I hope you…

Suanne Lewis

January 22, 2024

books by the author, communication, Effective parenting, mindful communication, Parent-Child Category

attention focus, communication, Parent-Child Communication, self-help, tension release

Parenting is a challenging job that lasts throughout our adult lives.

Today’s parents are frequently serious and exceptionally committed to enriching their children’s lives with multiple experiences. Then why is the topic of how to talk with your young child of interest or of essential concern to mental health practitioners or parental figures? In this free 5-segment presentation, I’ll offer information about current issues affecting children’s…

Suanne Lewis

January 8, 2024

communication, Effective parenting, mindful communication, Parent-Child Category

attention, communication, Mindful parenting, Parent-Child Communication, storytelling, stress relief

What key practices are essential this winter to remain healthy and vital?

Last winter I became so engrossed in finishing the two books I published this spring, that I greatly reduced my daily 4-step connect practice (stretch, focus, communicate, engage). As a result, I wasn’t exercising/stretching as much, cut back on my meditation and focused breathing, and tended to be more reserved than usual. I was communicating through my writing,…

Suanne Lewis

December 27, 2023

communication, self motivation

attention focus, breathing, health, meditation, self-help, tension release, wellness, yoga