parenting

Kristy Barkley

Brave vs. Unashamed

When I was young, I kept a lot of things hidden about my life. I did my best in school to present the happiest version of myself and I...

Kristy Barkley

The Move(s)

I last wrote about my depression and anxiety rearing its ugly head again. I also shared that I knew it was situational, and now that the...

Kristy Barkley

I Want You To Have A Better Life Than Me

"I want you to have a better life than me." Have you ever said that to your kids? What does that even mean??? And there are so many...

Kristy Barkley

You Cannot Teach, What You Don't Practice

Wow! Read that again! You cannot teach, what you don’t practice. When I originally heard that, I thought of my business. Too often, I am...

Kristy Barkley

Tips For Overwhelmed Moms

Are you feeling swamped, overwhelmed, too busy, barely keeping your head above water or just plain sad? I feel you! Not only have I been...

Kristy Barkley

“I’m Sorry”

Does the idea of apologizing give you anxiety? When someone apologizes to you, how do you respond?