Not every kid initially thrives in the excitement, freedom, independence (and chaos and debauchery) that are part of the residential college experience. Things happen that are upsetting. It can be hard for some kids to adjust to new room mates, peers or even a college environment that wasn’t as good a fit as everyone expected. They can get too focused …
BUMC Resiliency and Hope Seminars: Resources for Christmas in the Time of Covid-19
These resources are to accompany the Brentwood United Methodist Church Resiliency and Hope Series: Conversations about Mental Wellness-Managing Holiday Stress in the Time of COVID-19. Dr. Wellborn’s website has lots of resources for parents and teens, some of which are directly relevant to creating a healthy, happy Christmas for your family. It really comes down to making time to do …
BUMC Resiliency and Hope Seminars: Resources for Stress and Anxiety in the Time of Covid-19
This resource list has been created to accompany the Brentwood United Methodist Church Resiliency and Hope Series: Conversations about Mental Wellness-Stress and Anxiety in the time of COVID-19. Dr. Wellborn’s Website has a lot of resources for parents and teens including some that are directly relevant to the stress and anxiety brought on by COVID-19 and its aftermath. Parenting in …
Talking to Children about Protests: What About Racism?
Now that you have talked to your child about protests and fairness and then followed up with a discussion about the importance of being a person of honor and good conscience, it is time for a talk about racism. Why take the time to talk about racism? Because it is wrong, it is un-American and it continues to be a …
Parent Resources on Inclusiveness, Racism and Protests
Parenting Articles Center for Racial Justice in Education. Collection of resources for understanding and talking to kids about racial and social justice issues from real experts. Raising Race Conscious Children. Ideas about talking to your kids about race. Parent Magazine has a couple of good articles on talking about racism and black lives matter and on fighting hate at different …
Talking to Children about Public Protests: Continuing the Conversation
It won’t be enough to just help your child understand the protests and rioting that followed the killing of George Floyd. (See previous blog.) This is a profound teaching moment about living a moral life. Morals are the bedrock of character. Morals are the wellspring of right and wrong. Not just when it is convenient. Not when it is easy. …
Story Time with Doc: The Rabbit Listened
Dr. Wellborn reads the children’s book The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld about a boy who doesn’t know what to do when something disappointing and sad happens. The rabbit knows just what to do. Here is some more information about ordering the book. Discussion Questions for Parents How does Taylor feel when his buildings are knocked down? What did Taylor …
Story Time with Doc: I Walk with Vanessa
Dr. Wellborn reads the book I Walk with Vanessa: A Story about a Simple Act of Kindness by Kerascoet. This is a beautiful story told only in pictures of a girl who sees a peer mistreated and takes action to show her she is not alone. Here is more information about the book and authors. Discussion ideas for parents: What …
Story Time with Doc: Gregory Dragon
Dr. Wellborn reads the book Gregory Dragon Is Just the Same by G. L. Sullivan, Jr. which tells the story of a dragon that being different is something we all have in common. Here is the link to more information on the book.
Talking to Children about Public Protests
As if COVID-19 wasn’t enough, a long overdue reckoning about racism and the militarization of police forces has exploded in our front yards. It is almost impossible to shield your children from the murder of George Floyd, the protests and the riots. They may have questions. You will need ideas about how to talk to your child about protests, free …