by Ari Yares | Mar 4, 2025 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Finding work-life balance can feel like chasing a myth. It’s shining somewhere in the distance and, if I just followed the right path, I would arrive there and never have to worry about finding that balance again. The only problem is that, as the Spanish conquistadors...
by Ari Yares | Feb 24, 2025 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Practice. Whether it’s piano, soccer, coding, managing anxiety, or improving social skills, it’s the key to getting better at anything. But let’s be honest, sometimes practice can feel like a chore. Dragging your feet, staring at the clock, wishing...
by Ari Yares | Dec 20, 2024 | The Innovative Dad Blog
In today’s fast-paced educational environment, students often juggle multiple responsibilities, from academics to extracurricular activities. For some, particularly those with executive functioning challenges, keeping track of assignments and deadlines can...
by Ari Yares | Dec 13, 2024 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Imagine playing a challenging video game. You encounter a tricky obstacle, maybe a particularly fierce enemy or a complex puzzle. Do you give up? Of course not! You try again, maybe with a different strategy, or perhaps you even consult a walkthrough. In other words,...
by Ari Yares | Jun 24, 2024 | The Innovative Dad Blog
In the intricate dance of parenting, one of the subtle yet significant factors is understanding when to offer choices and when to set clear boundaries. Choice and no-choice activities play pivotal roles in shaping a child’s development, fostering independence,...
