One of the most remarkable things about the human brain is that it's constantly changing. Neuroscientists call this neuroplasticity. As children grow, their brains are continually shaped by the experiences they have and the messages they receive. They're constantly collecting evidence about themselves and the world around them. Some of that evidence comes from life's biggest moments, but much of it comes from the moments we barely notice. Long before children have the words t

There are these magical creatures walking around who just trust in the wisdom of life. They believe with their whole hearts that everything always works out in the end. That everything in their lives is happening for their greater good. That the people, even the ones who wound them the most, are their greatest teachers. And that growth and enlightenment never happen when life is comfortable. So they spend much of their time simply being present, carrying their hope and faith

I have something radical I want to share with you. Something I've hinted at before in the story of Milo and the creation of The Milo Way, but haven't fully explored. Here it is:I believe we are made for loss, adversity, healing, and transformation. Although we're often led to believe the opposite, that loss and adversity aren't supposed to be part of the human experience (at least not for very long). We're given the message that comfort, joy, and stability are our "meant to b

What happens when a children's emotional wellness toolkit gets put to the test in a real clinical psychology course? Spoiler: the professor noticed. Read what she saw — and discover the tools helping kids build foundational emotional skills, backed by evidence-based practice.

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I’ve started a new practice. I carry copies of Milo’s first book with me sometimes in my car, sometimes tucked into my bag. And when the moment feels right, I hand one to a family. There’s no pitch.No explanation beyond something simple, like, “This is a book I wrote for adorable and special kids just like yours.” It’s usually a feeling that moves me first. A tightening in my chest. A soft urgency that says, Pay attention. I notice a child who looks like they’re carrying mo

What’s behind the loneliness we see in kids around the holidays? Presents to wrap. 🎁 Meals to plan. 🥘 Kids already drifting toward their screens. 📱 If this sounds familiar, you’re not imagining it and you’re definitely not alone. So many parents go into the holidays hoping for connection, togetherness, and a little bit of magic… only to feel their kids slipping into their own world, half-present, half-scrolling. It’s its own kind of ache: wanting closeness, but watching yo

Kids don’t need fancy gratitude journals—they just need us to notice the good with them. Here’s what 40 years of research really says about how gratitude grows.

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