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Indigo Village: June 2010
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Tuesday, June 1, 2010. The Importance of Partnership between Home and School. The word “Partnership” is a beautiful one and carries with it, so many meanings for so many people. So how do we establish a common idea of partnership? It takes communication, it takes time and effort and it takes a willingness to be partners. To insure you understand the philosophies of the school’s programs and curriculum. Enroll in Redirecting Children’s Behavior and Participate in Parent Education Programs. Village Gate Ch...
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Indigo Village: February 2011
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Monday, February 14, 2011. FEELINGS: The good, the bad and the ugly. In my 20 years of teaching, there are a few distinctively “Susie” things that you will always hear me say. Whether I am teaching, coaching or speaking to groups of educators, there are usually a handful of quotes that relate well to my philosophies around parenting. Let’s face it, most of us parents aren’t comfortable with our own feelings. It’s one thing to teach your kids how to brush their teeth and it’s a...Joy to anger. There a...
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Indigo Village: August 2010
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010. Speaking from your heart, A Universal Language. Last week I received a call from my friend, Colena, who I have known for the past 10 years through playing basketball together and as a graduate of the RCB parenting course. She asked me if I would come and be a guest speaker to this group of Women. This, however, was no ordinary group of Women. May each of you reading this take the time to consciously share this universal language with someone you come in contact with today. Indig...
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Indigo Village: The Journey Into Why: A Chat with Simon Sinek October 2010
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Thursday, November 4, 2010. The Journey Into Why: A Chat with Simon Sinek October 2010. The Journey Into Why: A Chat with Simon Sinek. What inspires people to accomplish, succeed, lead, and try to change the world? What motivates people to make certain decisions? With copious consumer choices, how do you find and keep loyal customers? What makes someone a leader? Once I realized my. Q: What is your inspiration? Q: How do you think your message differs from old adages such as "follow your dreams" or "do w...
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Indigo Village: July 2010
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Tuesday, July 27, 2010. The Importance of working through Core Issues before pregnancy. All parents want the best for their children. When I had my first child at the age of 24 I knew I wanted the best for him, however, I never took the time to ask myself, “What does wanting the best for my child really mean to me? When I finally sat down and asked myself this question, I realized that what I wanted for my child and what I was able to provide for my child were two different things. I recommend this cours...
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Indigo Village: Creating Families through Adoption: Handling the "Abandonment" Word
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Thursday, October 28, 2010. Creating Families through Adoption: Handling the "Abandonment" Word. This featured workshop will be one of many at "It Takes a Village to Create Change". Parents are asked “Why? 8221; by their children about almost everything. Parents who adopt may have an additional “why” asked of them. “Why am I not with her? 8221; or “Why did she give me up? 8221; or “Why was I abandoned? Maggie Macaulay, MS Ed, the owner of Whole Hearted Parenting. Posted by Indigo Village. Create Change b...
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Indigo Village: Myth: Children are Not Very Capable
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Wednesday, November 3, 2010. Myth: Children are Not Very Capable. For different reasons we often do not think our kids are very capable and as a result we end up doing too many things for them. The more you do for your child the more you weaken your child. If we view our kids as not capable how will they be capable teens and adults? They will end up looking to others for guidance and not within, which is where the true answer lies. Kids are Capable. Be Willing to Ask for Their Advice. Indigo Village is a...
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Indigo Village: October 2010
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Friday, October 29, 2010. Indigo Village Educational Foundation Event. Help support families and educational programing on our community. At the Indigo Village Educational Foundation. It Takes a Village to Create Change". This event takes place. November 6, 2010 at the Joan Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice. At the University of San Diego (5998 Alcala Park) from 8:30am - 4:30pm. Want to know more about this Organization? This event " It Takes a Village to Create Change. Will be their keynote speaker fo...
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Indigo Village: FEELINGS: The good, the bad and the ugly.
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Monday, February 14, 2011. FEELINGS: The good, the bad and the ugly. In my 20 years of teaching, there are a few distinctively “Susie” things that you will always hear me say. Whether I am teaching, coaching or speaking to groups of educators, there are usually a handful of quotes that relate well to my philosophies around parenting. Let’s face it, most of us parents aren’t comfortable with our own feelings. It’s one thing to teach your kids how to brush their teeth and it’s a...Joy to anger. There a...