Amber Waring
Dedicating Herself to Passion, Interests, and Care
Amber Waring first moved to southern Florida with her family last year and knew her first step after moving should be finding work. Amber didn’t desire “just any job” but wanted a position that fit her skills and interests — where she could excel and make a positive difference. Soon into her search, she found a job listing that led her to Bruce Law Firm. “When I found the position opening Bruce Law Firm had advertised, I remember reading the description and dropping everything to apply right
Help Your Kids Handle Stressful Situations
With These Sensory-Rich Activities
then,” Amber says. “I knew this was an organization I wanted to be a part of. And when I came in to meet the team for the first time, I knew it was a perfect fit.” This same feeling was shared by the team. Excited to have found such a dedicated individual, it wasn’t long after the meeting that Amber joined Bruce Law Firm.
You can see it happening, almost in slow motion: Your child goes from playing and laughing to frowning in less than a second. They start to cry, and suddenly, a meltdown is underway. Is this just the way raising young kids is? Does a lack of sleep, change in routine, or intense hunger always have to lead to a meltdown? While it’s human to feel emotions and express them, you can use certain strategies to help your child navigate major emotions and calm down. The key is helping them tap into their central nervous system with activities that engage their senses. Just like adults, younger kids sometimes need support to regulate their emotions, especially in situations that are stressful for them. That’s where activities that engage the five senses can be really beneficial. Sensory activities that utilize the five senses can help your little one connect their body to their immediate surroundings and the larger world around them.
“The team that I work with is such a strong and vibrant team,” Amber adds. “Everyone shares exemplary work ethic and goes above and beyond for our clients.”
Amber is a quick learner and passionate about what she does. As she helped our firm become an even better place for our clients, she also took on more responsibilities. “I started as a legal assistant handling client intake and scheduling,” she explains. “As my responsibilities changed and grew, my title changed to paralegal.”With her attention to detail, organization, and customer service skills, the role of paralegal was well-earned and a perfect fit for Amber. When it comes to her position, it’s not just the work that Amber finds rewarding. “The best part of my job is making a difference in the client’s experience. Often, when a new client contacts us, they are going through a difficult time. Seeing the client through such a difficult time in his or her life is fulfilling.” In her free time, Amber enjoys horseback riding and spending time with her husband, Josh, and young daughter, Lilah. “I’ve been an equestrian my whole life. If I’m not in the office, chances are you can find me in the saddle. If I’m not there, I’m probably on the beach with my family.”
Here are some sensory-rich activities that can help kids feel calmer in stressful times:
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Make a pile of pillows and jump into it.
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Put on some fun music and dance.
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Bounce your little one on your lap or an exercise ball.
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• Take them for a spin around the house in a box or laundry basket; kids can even race each other.
• Create a slide by propping a mattress or exercise mat against the couch.
These are activities you can use right where you are to help your child find their calm again, even in a meltdown. According to early childhood development expert Alyssa Blask Campbell, sensory input stays in the system for about two hours, meaning even just five minutes of these types of activities can give you and your child hours of calm throughout the day.
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