I still remember when my son ran into his kindergarten classroom and now he's a junior in high school. Soon after that first day of kindergarten, came the onslaught of activities and sports. If we hadn’t paid attention, he would have become over-scheduled very quickly. We continue to be vigilant to ensure he is not over-scheduled and stressed. I hope this is your year to embrace fewer activities. Don't get me wrong, the last two years we missed sports, church, and social events. But many families found it to be a breath of fresh air. It was the reset we needed. So, how about you strike a better balance going forward? And say goodbye to some activities? The research on why it matters is staggering. …
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