Jodie Maddox

Volume 15 January 19 2024

Jodie Maddox Parent Coach and Education Consultant

I PARTNER with parents and schools.

I EMPOWER them to make decisions within their sphere of influence.

I PROVIDE reliable support, with effective strategies, to gain desired results.

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Unlocking the Possibilities!!!

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Dear Friends,

Brrrrr! What a crazy surge in cold icky weather we are seeing as we start our new year. I hope this message finds you warm and snuggled in with the ones you love. As we turn our calendars and prepare for 2024, we are given a new opportunity to hit the reset button and take a look at our personal habits and motivators. It's a natural time to make changes where necessary and reprioritize our needs and wants.

Trying to motivate our kids, or even ourselves for that matter, can be tricky. There is a fine line, almost invisible at times, between motivation and bribery. Real motivation starts from within ourselves, rooted in our own desires and needs. As a teacher, a principal, or a parent I would find myself using all types of external treats, rewards, and gadgets to motivate, inspire, and achieve all sorts of objectives. This is a natural approach and for the most part works, as we typically experience quick short-term progress. However, it doesn’t usually stick! Meaning, that people are motivated by the quick reward but tend to lose interest after a while or don’t move from an external state of motivation to an internal desire for change or progress.

In 1943, Abraham Maslow wrote a paper titled "A Theory of Human Motivation," as well as a book titled "Motivation and Personality." If you have had any basic psychology class you have probably studied this infamous triangled tower of needs. His theory proposed that every human has a hierarchy of needs that must be met in a specific order for people to be motivated. As a veteran educator with close to 30 years under my belt, I would agree that his theory provides valuable insights for educators and parents. His theory provides a simple yet complex explanation, helping us understand the essential elements required for a child's well-rounded growth. In this week’s newsletter, we’ll take a refreshing plunge into each level of Maslow's Hierarchy, and discuss practical strategies for teachers and parents to support the holistic development of children.

With A Grateful Heart,

Jodie Maddox Parent Coach and Education Consultant

Skills For Success

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Maslow Hierarchy of Needs

Level 1: Physiological Needs

At the base of Maslow's pyramid are the physiological needs – the basic requirements for survival. Teachers and parents play a crucial role in ensuring that children have access to nutritious food, adequate sleep, and a safe environment. By meeting these fundamental needs, caregivers create a foundation for optimal learning and emotional well-being.

Level 2: Safety Needs

Once physiological needs are met, individuals seek safety and security. Whether we are talking about a home or a classroom setting, this translates to creating a supportive and stable environment. Teachers and parents can foster a sense of security by establishing clear routines, setting boundaries, and addressing any concerns or fears that may arise.

Level 3: Social Belongingness and Love Needs

The third level of Maslow's Hierarchy focuses on the need for social connections, love, and a sense of belonging. Teachers and parents can facilitate healthy social development by encouraging positive relationships, fostering a sense of community, and addressing any issues related to friendship or peer interactions. In our current world driven by digital screens and flashy technology, social skills are developed in a different way than in earlier generations. Paying close attention to screen time and digital habits is essential when trying to develop social connections.

Level 4: Esteem Needs

Esteem needs involve feelings of accomplishment, recognition, and self-worth. Caregivers can play a pivotal role in boosting children's self-esteem by providing authentic constructive feedback, recognizing achievements, and fostering a growth mindset.

Level 5: Self-Actualization

At the pinnacle of Maslow's Hierarchy is self-actualization – the realization of one's full potential. Caregivers can empower children to reach this level by encouraging autonomy, fostering creativity, focusing on developing their executive function and by supporting individual passions and interests.

Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs equips teachers and parents with valuable insights into the various dimensions of a child's development. By addressing each level of the pyramid, educators and caregivers can create an environment that nurtures not only academic success but also emotional well-being and lifelong fulfillment.

Health and Wellness Corner

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Dr. Ross - Flourishbound

The 5-R Program for Digestive Health

A well-functioning digestive system is crucial for overall health. In the realm of functional & integrative medicine, we employ a program encapsulated by the straightforward acronym '5Rs': remove, replace, reinoculate, repair, and rebalance. When applied to various chronic issues, the 5R program can lead to remarkable improvements in symptoms and, at times, even complete resolution.

This program delves into the core functions of the gastrointestinal tract. Increasingly, there is recognition that disruptions in GI tract function can manifest in a spectrum of symptoms and conditions, from fatigue, joint pain, and headaches to medical conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, allergies, asthma, autism, ADHD, and chronic skin conditions. The 5-R Program aims to address this connection between GI function and overall health.

**Goals of the 5-R Program for Digestive Health:**

1. Address dietary and lifestyle issues, initiating the process of dietary education and change.

2. Normalize digestion and absorption.

3. Restore the balance of gastrointestinal bacteria.

4. Promote a balanced system of detoxification.

5. Facilitate gastrointestinal healing.

Completing the full 5-R Program typically spans three to six months. It is imperative to be ready to implement the somewhat demanding dietary changes, as the dietary component is essential for achieving maximum therapeutic benefit.

Elements of the 5 R Programs

1. **Remove:** Eliminate stressors negatively affecting the GI tract, such as allergic foods, parasites, or harmful bacteria. This may involve an elimination diet or the use of medications or herbs to eradicate specific bugs.

2. **Replace:** Restore digestive secretions by reintroducing essential components like digestive enzymes, hydrochloric acid, and bile acids, which may be compromised by diet, drugs, diseases, aging, or other factors.

3. **Reinoculate:** Foster the flourishing of beneficial bacteria through probiotic foods or supplements containing "good" bacteria like bifidobacteria and lactobacillus species. Consume high soluble fiber foods, known as "prebiotics," to support good bugs.

4. **Repair:** Assist the GI tract lining in self-repair by supplying key nutrients often lacking in a disease state, such as zinc, antioxidants (e.g., vitamins A, C, and E), fish oil, and the amino acid glutamine.

5. **Rebalance:** Consider lifestyle choices like sleep, exercise, and stress management, as they can significantly impact the GI tract.

Parent Corner

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Start your New Year off right! Give yourself the gift of a peaceful home. Take time to care for yourself and strengthen your family priorities and routines. Learn new strategies that will help empower your parenting and guide your children. Parent Coaching is an excellent gift and an investment in your family. I can help change your family dynamic in just 10 short weeks. If you are interested in a free consultation, or to gain more insight into the coaching process, contact me today.