Therapeutic Miles
Finding Solace in Running with My Dog
Running has been my personal form of therapy—a blend of outdoor exploration, movement, and the invigorating embrace of fresh air, all of which contribute to cultivating a healthy mind. Running alongside my faithful companion, Leila, our energetic dog, added an extra layer of joy and motivation, transforming her into my own four-legged cheerleader.
Setting a goal to conquer a half marathon became my driving force, and Leila played an instrumental role in helping me achieve it. Discovering a 5k race that welcomed dogs was a perfect fit, marking a memorable event before the significant changes that unfolded in 2020, including the arrival of my first child.
Now, nearly four years later, I am reclaiming this integral part of myself and introducing it to my children. Running has become a shared experience, weaving threads of joy, health, and connection into the fabric of our family life.
Exploring Nature with kids
Planting Zinnias
Allowing children to learn through experiences and creating a functional learning environment that empowers children to build on their strengths Right from the start, I prioritized spending time outdoors with my children. Almost every day, we step outside to breathe in the fresh air, listen to the birds, and observe our surroundings. I often engage them by asking, “What do you see, hear, feel, smell?” (a practice you might recognize if you’ve explored grounding techniques for yourself). Our shared love for picking wildflowers inspired us to create our own charming wildflower garden. Benefits include soaking in natural sunlight, enjoying fresh air, and fostering a connection with the earth. Last summer, we crafted a small flower garden, with even my grandfather joining in during a special visit. Witnessing the growth of flowers from seeds we planted indoors weeks earlier was a delightful experience. Harvesting the flowers every few days and arranging them in a vase allowed my children to intimately connect with nature at every stage.
Crafting memorable Moments
Exploring Different
Ways to Learn
