Our brains love storytelling! Children—and adults—use stories to make sense of the world and it’s how we’ve taught passed on social skills  and values to children for millenia. You can use read-alo...

What if bedtime routines could do more than just help kids sleep? In a few simple steps, evening routines can actually provide us with a deep connection to ourselves and our kiddos, and even streng...

Studies show that children and teens are more stressed out today than ever before. Since stress is a natural part of life, your goal is to teach your child healthy strategies for coping with stress...

Have you ever thought about finding your child a pen pal? There are many benefits to your child having a pen pal. It encourages deeper connections and builds patience (having to wait for letters to...

Children who are critical of themselves and fearful of making mistakes are often perfectionists. The good news is, children can learn to overcome perfectionistic traits with some support and practi...

Do you have a child who is a perfectionist? Perhaps they freeze up or get frustrated over the smallest tasks or they want to make sure everything is, well, perfect. Here is a list of 30 ways to res...

If you’re worried that your children emphasize the negative, know that it’s normal. And there’s even better news: Thanks to a phenomenon called neuroplasticity, it’s possible to rewire the brain fo...

Complaining and whining are two of the most frustrating things parents face. They are also completely normal. In fact, the average adult complains 30 times a day, or 9 minutes total! Here are 7 eff...

Practicing mindfulness is incredibly empowering for children. It can help them better manage stress and anxiety when it does occur. It helps with self-regulation, promotes positive emotions and sel...

Big Life Journal is dedicated to helping you and your children get through this unsettling period of increased shelter at home. Get your own exclusive download of our Stay-At-Home Care pack with id...

Mindfulness, in simple terms, is the state of being conscious of something and focusing your awareness on the present moment.  When you’re practicing mindfulness, you’re also calmly aware of your t...

You’ve heard how much Big Life Journal rocks. And you’re pumped to get started with helping your child develop a growth mindset. You’ve sampled some of the free printable activities and you know th...