It’s Scary to be Healthy

It’s Scary to be Healthy

When I’m sick all I really want is for someone to notice.  I want someone I care about to tell me that it’s okay that I’m sick—that it’s not a weakness—that I’m not being lazy or irresponsible—that I can be patient with myself. Even then, it’s hard to take the time to...
What Does it Mean to be a “Gifted Student”?

What Does it Mean to be a “Gifted Student”?

The state of Florida defines gifted students as “students who have superior intellectual development and are capable of high performance.” That definition requires an individually administered, standardized test of intelligence, thus making IQ testing one component of...
Feeling Anxious? Stop and Reflect.

Feeling Anxious? Stop and Reflect.

There are times when you (or your child) may feel anxious every day with no known trigger or event to account for the feeling. When we feel unsettled more days than usual it is important to reflect on how our basic needs are being met; how we are caring for ourselves....