Tag: Parent-Child Communication

• How Geese Teach Us About Teamwork

  Hello folks, and hopefully, happy early Spring, Calli and I were out for a very breezy walk yesterday morning when I heard a rather loud ongoing conversation. Usually, my neighborhood is quite quiet in the early morning. I couldn’t make out the words of the conversation, but it seemed to get closer. I suddenly discovered…

  Suanne Lewis

  March 15, 2026

  books by the author, communication, cozy mystery, Effective parenting, mindful communication, nature, inspiration

  attention focus, books, communication, Parent-Child Communication

• Gram’s Moving Tale: Adventures with Dogs and Family

  

  I finally had time to complete Gram’s Story about moving from New Mexico to Virginia. I hope you enjoy it! Gram’s Story-Episode 5   “Cross Country with Gram, Julia, and Doolittle” As she prepared for her Senior Center yoga class, Laura considered how she would describe her cross-country return from New Mexico to Virginia to her…

  Suanne Lewis

  October 29, 2025

  dog lovers, family issues, self motivation

  attention focus, communication, dogs, Parent-Child Communication, yoga

• Live Podcast and New Book Update: Disappearance at Sycamore Grove

  Hello, folks, I’m excited to share the information from the Core Happiness podcast that is live today. The talk was focused on the 4stepsconnect process I presented in my book Do You Know How to Talk with Your Young Child? As I watched the recording, it was obvious to me that the topic covered those aspects of…

  Suanne Lewis

  March 20, 2025

  books by the author, communication, dog lovers, mindful communication, Parent-Child Category, self motivation

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

• Inspiration from Thich Nhat Hanh: Writing with Mindfulness

  I’ve been busy trying to learn more about the book writing and publishing business, which is certainly a new and challenging endeavor for me. As I begin to feel overwhelmed with new information and skills that need more honing, I find I need to retreat to one of my favorite resources for inspiration and peace…

  Suanne Lewis

  October 30, 2024

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

  art, books, communication, Parent-Child Communication, personal transformation, relationships, writing

• Mindful Parenting: Building Connections with Your Child

  As I prepare to present a talk in December about my book Do You Know How to Talk with Your Young Child? Learn the 4 Steps Connect Approach to Converse and Connect, I’ve been looking at websites and podcasts related to effective and mindful parenting communication. I’ve found a few sites that appear to resonate with…

  Suanne Lewis

  October 4, 2024

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

  children, mental-health, Parent-Child Communication, parenting, personal transformation, psychology, self-help

• 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