Joyful Journeys Counseling offers parent support including parent-child relationship education and co-parent workshops in Austin and the surround Central Texas area.
August 2024 Austin Fit Magazine Article
Parenting Hacks: Keeping Your Kids’ Schedule Cool When it Heats Up Outside …[R]emember your goal as a parent is to produce [ ] independent, capable human[s who can productively function] in[ ] the world. Does Your Schedule Rule Over Rest? Joyful Journeys Counseling Founder, Jennifer Lytle, shares three considerations when scheduling activities for kiddos. Be …
Layover in Lo Debar: A Human Experience
Have you ever looked around and found nothing but “bad luck” and ruin? Whether figurative or literal deaths of a relationship, a job, or a dream-you are not alone. Great men throughout history have found themselves in similar situations. Loss and desolation are unfortunately a common human experience.
Family Conflict: Get It Together & Get Together
Well-being is interdependent on multiple factors. There are many reasons one may want to remain connected with family despite differences of opinion and even grudges. Social relationships and extended family connections are pertinent for overall wellness.
March 2024 Scary Mommy Article
Conflict happens. How you reconnect after a miscommunication is key to maintaining a positive relationship with teens. Find four steps
Bullying: What is it & How to Handle it
The buzzword, bullying, might be more popular than a pair of Louboutins thanks to Brandi Glanville. While that platform was in teardown mode more than five years ago, bullying in school settings is still a hot topic. How do parents and educators keep bullying in check?
On Being Loved and Loving
Valentine’s Day is more than a commercialized gimmick. There are evidence-based reasons for celebrating. Lean into the opportunity to boost happy hormones, strengthen social connections, and yield dividends with positive investments. Remember, celebrations do not have to be elaborate to be meaningful. Here are 10+ ways to start this year’s Valentine’s Day with a healthy boost of dopamine.
Growth Mindset
More than a buzzword, a growth mindset is a positive, can-do frame of reference. One who operates with this perspective does not get derailed from missteps, setbacks, or unexpected changes. An individual with a growth mindset might say (or think) something like, “I’m not sure exactly how to do this, but I can find out how.”
Mary’s Christmas Scandal
Today, we are far enough removed from their scandal to adore and gush over the magical moment of Jesus’ birth. Mary’s scandal is the offer of hope.
Dealing with Holiday Anxiety
Anxiety and stress are typical during the holiday season. Here are four practical solutions to manage anxiety and prevent undue stress this holiday season.