Cindy Pierce 
Review the introduction to this blog series: Manageable Doses of Advice for Parents
Review Part 1: Considering Screen Time (even though we don’t want to)
Concern about the mental health of children and teens is warranted, especially given the tidal wave of cultural influences that can interfere with emotional well-being. » Read more
Hello Readers,
I will perform my new show, Glitchy Business, at the Lebanon Opera House on Sunday, January 26th, at 7 p.m. You can watch the show online. Buy a ticket to live stream the show HERE.
This is a benefit show for the Special Needs Support Center of the UV. » Read more
Review the introduction to this blog series: Manageable Doses of Advice for Parents
Most people are concerned about how time on screens increasingly and negatively impacts human connection and our mental well-being. However, when anyone suggests that kids and parents reduce time on screens, reasonable humans often react with an automatic stiff arm and feisty defensiveness. » Read more
Wipe Dipe and Lawn Stripes written and sung by Richay Joseph
I recently read Ken Cadow’s book, Gather. Ian, the main character, acknowledges the adults who have “gathered for him” throughout his life. I teared up when I read this because almost everyone I know benefited greatly from being surrounded by anchoring adults or having one person who helped them find their way. » Read more
It turns out I was confused by Apple Maps when traveling on foot until my daughter yanked my head out of my backside. One issue is that I often reach for my phone to get directions without putting on my glasses. » Read more
I dream of a day that I can make a purchase, stay at a hotel or engage in commerce without being haunted to give feedback or leave a review. I believe choosing to purchase an item, stay at a hotel or eat at a restaurant is the positive feedback – I chose the establishment or product over a lot of other options. » Read more
I was so moved by Tough: My Journey to True Power by Terry Crews that I listened to it twice and will likely read it as well. It is loaded with wisdom. I now include Tough on every resource list I share with students, educators, coaches and parents. » Read more
Flying under the radar is easy for me, especially with my gray hair, a slightly tragic fanny pack, supportive hiking boots and a well-worn baseball cap. Confronting intoxicated college student hecklers at a sports event is not a practice I relish, but sometimes I can’t help myself from stepping into the mix. » Read more
