The Inner Well

Stories, science, and soothing inisghts for raising calm, resilient kids.

Every child wonders: "Will they like me?

One of the hardest things for children—and honestly, for adults too—is wondering:

"Will they like me?"

Most of us know...

We don’t need to have all the answers

You know what I've noticed?

As parents, we can sometimes feel like we’re supposed to have all the answers.

How to help...

What If We Practiced Life, Too?

You know what I've noticed?

We practice so many things with our children.

We practice soccer. We practice reading. W...

Shhh… It’s a Surprise!

A Little Gift From Shanti

Something special to help you and your child pause, connect, and create a little more calm together — and she’d love to send it your way.

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