Official Guidepost Montessori on Instagram: "Introducing your child to the kitchen at a young age builds confidence, fine motor skills, and a love for real, purposeful work. At 12–14 months, they’re ready for simple, hands-on tasks that make them feel like a vital part of the family. Here are some great first kitchen activities for your little one: 🥄 Pouring liquid – Using a small pitcher, let them pour water into a cup or bowl. It won’t be perfect, but it’s an important skill to practice! 🍌 P

Dr. Shadé Zahrai (PhD, MBA) on Instagram: "THIS idea alone could change your life. The stories you tell about your life not only describe it, They quietly shape it. Here’s what I mean. If the story you keep telling (to others and to yourself) is “Nothing ever works out for me,” “My life is hard,” “Everything always goes wrong,” you’re likely living inside what psychologists call a contamination story. That’s a narrative filtered through victimhood and powerlessness. And over time, your brain st