Make an outline for the task that needs to be completed. On a piece of paper, write out what needs to be completed and how it needs to be completed. Eliminate the distractions Procrastination feeds on distraction. If you need to listen to music, try something instrumental - find a place where you can focus. We love hearing from you all, so don't hesitate to reach out with weeds, seeds, or flowers!

This month we have been closely following the #MyYoungerSelf campaign from The Child Mind Institute and It's a campaign where actors, athletes, musicians, and influencers of all kind come together to provide advice to their younger self about struggling with their weeds (stress, depression, and anxiety). We are so happy that these organizations and initiatives are helping to shed a light on the issues that every gardener struggles with and we hope that we can do our part to spread seeds of positivity!

Let's face it, our kids are stressed. This emoji chart shows what can happen if a gardener lets his/her weeds go unattended. Introducing the You Are a Gardener® vocabulary to young kids is a wonderful way to help them understand This is where the 'seeds' come in. Think of your seeds as an emotional toolbox full of positive distractions to help shift your thoughts

Fear-less vs Fearless: A Gardener’s Guide to Facing Fear with Grace : Fear is one of those weeds that Fearless  is often seen as the absence of fear—a bold, brave state of being. And just like every garden has weeds, every gardener has fears. A news story that plants seeds of worry A conversation that lingers too long in our minds A memory that When we choose to fear less—even in small ways—we’re not just calming our minds, we’re nurturing our

I was so grateful to be on their lineup and to spread some seeds in my home state of NJ! To see my interview I did last fall with Maria and her crew you can Click Here!

Encouraging kids to talk about their stresses and fears is needed now more than ever. are many ‘weeds’ young gardeners are facing. Mindfulness activities & crafts are great way to get kids to relax and open up about how they are feeling All you need are crayons and paper! Keep pulling those weeds and planting those seeds - #TheFutureIsBright ✨!

available for children's organizations and private groups such as libraries, children's book stores, kids crafting groups, non-profit organizations and friends who want to connect their kids with positive screen The #PullYourWeeds™️ Program is rooted in empowering kids with tools to identify and communicate negative feelings and emotions and turn them into positive solutions (weeds to seeds). to children, teachers and parents in her home state of New Jersey and is now available to spread her seeds

enjoyment it brings, a fairy garden can also be a conversation starter and a source of joy for others who see Spreading seeds of creativity...Making a fairy garden is not just about creating a beautiful miniature

We have become so rooted in our own experiences we are having a hard time seeing things from another We are all part of this great big, beautiful sentence that needs one another to come together in a cohesive So as we stand on the brink of the entire world feeling vulnerable, scared, and stressed, I find myself I will be accepting of others opinions even if we see things differently. ~Shanna Truffini Click Here to learn more about Shanna Truffini and the seeds she is planting for children

Material Needed: All you need are rocks and acrylic paints to craft a lovely flower design, perfect for As you paint each rock creating a petal and/or leaf, you’ll find a sense of calm washing over you, helping to alleviate stress (your weeds)  and foster mindfulness (your flowers). serene blues, or lush greens, each color adds its own unique touch, making every rock flower a one-of-a-kind

Now, it might seem simple, but this is some of the best advice a young gardener can get. you well, or if you’ve gotten yourself involved with something that just doesn’t feel right - all you need not include others, it’s important we treat ourselves with respect and walk away from situations that seem What you’ll need: Terra Cotta planter Potting soil Seeds of your choice Decorative materials - stickers Decorate your planter with your stickers and paint, then fill with potting soil and push your seed down

available for children's organizations and private groups such as libraries, children's book stores, kids crafting groups, non-profit organizations and friends who want to connect their kids with positive screen The #PullYourWeeds™️ Program is rooted in empowering kids with the tools to identify and communicate negative feelings and emotions and turn them into positive solutions (weeds to seeds). to children, teachers and parents in her home state of New Jersey and is now available to spread her seeds