#30: Back to School Series: Creating Lasting Memories and Healthy Rhythms

In this conversation, Erin Clark discusses practical ways to make the back-to-school experience memorable and establish healthy routines. She emphasizes the importance of creating lasting memories and traditions, such as decorating the house, going on special family outings, and having a back-to-school morning parade. She also suggests incorporating books and special breakfasts into the first day of school, as well as hosting a goodbye summer celebration. Erin highlights the significance of creating rhythms and avoiding over-scheduling, including setting consistent wake-up times, and finding moments of connection throughout the day. She encourages parents to limit extracurricular activities and prioritize family time. Finally, Erin emphasizes the importance of bedtime routines, including prayer, reading scripture, and talking through fears and excitement before sleep.

Book Recommendations

Brave: A Teen Girl's Guide to Beating Worry and Anxiety by Sissy Goff

Raising Worry Free Girls by Sissy Goff

Braver, Stronger, Smarter by Sissy Goff

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:40 Creating Lasting Memories and Bonding with Children

06:23 Involving Children in Back-to-School Preparations

08:57 Back-to-School Traditions and Special Moments

14:50 Establishing Healthy Routines and Avoiding Over-Scheduling

16:17 Morning Routine: Starting the Day with Intention

19:25 After-School Routine: Finding Relaxation and Connection

22:59 Evening Routine: Bedtime Rituals and Reducing Stress

26:02 Time Management Skills: Using Visible Calendars and Prioritizing

26:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

27:26 New Chapter

27:43 High (Short)