On October 1st, 2025, the world lost one of its most beloved voices for animals, children, and the planet. Dame Jane Goodall, renowned primatologist and conservationist, passed away peacefully at age 91 while on a speaking tour in California. Her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees reshaped science—but her influence reaches far beyond the jungle. For parents, educators, and caregivers, Jane Goodall’s life offers profound lessons in empathy, observation, and the power of gentle connection. 🧠 Parenting Through Observation, Not Control In the 1960s, Jane Goodall entered the forests of Tanzania with no formal scientific training, just a notebook and an open mind. She watched, listened, and waited. Her patient, respectful approach revealed that chimpanzees—once thought to be primitive—used tools, expressed emotions, and formed deep social bonds. This mirrors what many of us strive for in parenting: to observe rather than impose, to understand rather than control. Goodall’s m...

Introduction  Parenting presents its own set of problems and duties. In today's fast-paced and often chaotic environment, it's easy for parents to get caught up in the trap of continuously hustling and multitasking, forgetting to actually connect with their children. However, by actively listening to our children, we can strengthen our bonds, promote their emotional growth, and provide them with the support they require to thrive. In this blog post, we will look at the many advantages of actively listening to your child and provide practical advice on how to include this ability into your parenting routine. How to actively listen: Emotional Validation:  Active listening provides a strong message to your child of love, acceptance, and respect. We support kids to construct a healthy view of their own value when we sincerely listen to their thoughts and feelings, acknowledging and validating their emotions. This emotional validation increases your child's self-esteem and conf...