THINGS YOU CAN DO TO BRING MORE
Community
TO YOUR PARENTING
Feel like you’re missing the village it takes to raise a family?
Parenting can feel isolating. You’re navigating unfamiliar responsibilities, finding your footing in new social groups, and balancing new routines.
With so little time in your day, it might seem easier to try to shoulder it all on your own.
But you don’t have to do it alone — with Community.
Whether it’s leaning on a friend, reaching out to a parenting group, or getting professional support, there are people and resources that can lighten your load.
Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness — it’s a way to strengthen your family’s foundation.
Connecting with others gives you fresh perspectives, reassurance, and the support you need to handle parenting with more confidence and calm.
Inner Skills for Community
Things you can do in 5 minutes or less
Discover these quick tools to help you foster a greater sense of community.
Circles of Concern and Taking Control
Zero in on actionable steps within your control to drive meaningful changes for you and your kids.
Thought Diary for Biased Expectations
Recognize unrealistic expectations for parents to empower yourself to advocate for support to help your family flourish.
Practicing Radical Acceptance
Acknowledge your limits as a parent to take proactive steps in advocating for your family’s needs.
Best Possible Self Visualization
Empower yourself with this quick visualization technique to help you put your best foot forward.
Capitalizing on Positive Events
Build a stronger sense of connection and happiness in your relationships by savoring and amplifying positive moments.
10 Easy Ways to Achieve Hygge
Use this core Danish practice of enjoying the good things in life to bring warmth, connection, and contentment to your family and community.
Social Capital Quiz
Take this short quiz to learn more about the types of social relationships that make up your network and what you can do to expand your connections on and offline.
How To Say “No” Politely
Practice setting boundaries to maintain healthy relationships with these ideas on how to politely decline.
Starting a Conversation Using the ARE Method
Harness the power of the Acknowledge, Respond, and Expand method to foster deeper and more meaningful conversations.
“You Are Not a Unicorn”
Use this when you need a lighthearted reminder that you’re not alone in your parenting or personal struggles.
Have More Than 5 Minutes?
Try these longer activities to level up sense of community in parenthood and life in general.
“Seeing Is Believing” Writing Exercise
Shift your perspective and boost your sense of belonging with this reflective writing exercise.
Courageous Connections That Challenge Your Biases
Expand your personal and parenting circle by confronting your internal biases to build more authentic and open-minded relationships.
Values Worksheets
Tune into what truly matters to you to foster relationships that align with your core values.
Ted Talk: How To Build Community When You Feel Isolated
Combat feelings of isolation and start building your community with practical tips from this Ted Talk by Chitra Ayar.
Becoming a Strong Self-Advocate
Learn to advocate for yourself and navigate the real, objective pressures of life and parenting with greater support.
Being Well Podcast: Overcoming Procrastination: Motivation and Creating a Pursuit Mindset
Put on this podcast for tips on how to beat procrastination and boost motivation to become a more present and proactive parent.
Want a Quick Read?
Dive into these insightful articles for fresh perspectives on community and parenting.
Grow a Key Inner Strength
Learn to build inner strengths to help you continue growing as a parent — cultivating a positive environment for your kids to grow up in.
6 Things Empowered Parents Do
Uncover six essential practices of parents who lead with confidence and purpose.
Raising Highly Capable Kids: How Communities Play a Role
Learn how building a supportive community can help your kids grow stronger, more confident, and better prepared for life’s challenges.
Champion Yourself, Champion Your Child: The Power of Parental Advocacy for Thriving Kids
Understand how taking initiative and advocating for yourself creates the foundation for your kids to succeed.
Self-Acceptance and the Art of Belonging
Discover how loving yourself helps you forge stronger connections with others and enhance your parenting experience.
How to Find Your People
Learn to build genuine relationships that lift you up and help you navigate the ups and downs of parenting.
Have Time for a Longer Read?
Explore these highly recommended books (and audiobooks) on cultivating community in parenthood.
The Science Behind Community
If you want to nerd out on the science, dig into these research papers and studies.
