by lahsan | Jul 9, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
I had always believed that if my children played competitive sports, then the endorphins would kick in and they would generally be happy and protected from feelings of depression. Most parents believe this.Boy was I wrong! My youngest son played on two ice...
by lahsan | Jul 2, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
Take a moment to step back and think: What were you doing on July 4th, 2020?In our family, I recall we were dealing with a lot of uncertainty.Our twins were living in separate states halfway across the country, the future of our economy was up in the air, and every...
by lahsan | Jun 15, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
This Sunday is Father’s Day. Let me begin by wishing all the dads a terrific day and hope you spend time with your family and friends. This Father’s Day weekend, I urge you to take the time to check in with your teens. Doctors at John Muir Medical Center in...
by lahsan | May 26, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
This Memorial Day weekend, families in Contra Costa County and beyond will enjoy warm weather, backyard grilling, and maybe even a trip to the beach.And for many teens, Memorial Day is just a day off from school. However, I encourage you to use this Memorial Day as an...
by ekallen | May 6, 2021 | Letter From Elliot
In just a few weeks, the 2020-2021 school year will end. Most teens have barely had time to socialize with peers in meaningful ways. Without a doubt, this past school year has been the most difficult for teens in more than a generation.Because of...
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