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August Feels: Burnt Out, Sad, or Just Done? Here's your boost.

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Monthly magic from the real work!

Your monthly dose of parenting ideas, real-life wins, and resources from The Real Work therapists.

Hello hello!

August is that funny in-between: still summer, but the back-to-school countdown is real. Here’s what’s been helping us keep the joy (and our sanity).

Name it to tame it (parent edition)

💬 Real Talk: The August Feels

August can be a lot. I know I've cycled through quite a few emotions as a parent, and had to check in with my beliefs and sense of self. Here are some common feelings we'd like to name for August:

  • Lonely: Playdates have fizzled and the days feel long.
  • Burnt Out: You’ve been everywhere and are running on empty.
  • Guilty or Defeated: You didn’t do “enough” summer magic (even though you did).
  • Great but Sad it's changing: It’s been wonderful, and you’re not ready jump back into the school year.

However you’re feeling, you’re not alone. You don’t need to fix it all. Sometimes naming it is the first relief.

--Rebekah

From Play Therapist Gabi

3 child-approved grounding skills for anxiety

Do we help you collaborate with schools? Yep!

When you work with us, our therapists often incorporate chats with school counselors, teachers, and IEP teams into your treatment plan.

Meet the Heart of The Real Work

We’re proud of our incredible team of therapists, and this month we’re spotlighting them more than ever.

3 Quick Reminders for Your Day:

Plan Mini-Transitions Give a “last call” activity before switching tasks.

Sensory Reset Corners: Blanket + book + one fidget = a calm, safe place.

End-of-Day Anchor: One simple ritual (tea, song, walk) to signal we’re done.

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📅 Thinking About Fall Supports?

If you’ve been wondering whether now’s the time for therapy, trust your gut. Or, if you know someone who is, forward this email along! We have a few openings for fall and would love to connect. ❤️

Warmly,​
The Real Work Team

P.S. What’s been your funniest or most chaotic parenting moment this month? Hit reply, I’d love to read it! --Rebekah

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