Children
Three Ways to Judge Stress Triggers for Kids
How do you know what is stress and what is a temper tantrum? How do you figure out if the stomachache is from too many tacos last night or the math test scheduled today? Why would your six year old be stressed when you are the one who lost the job? Why would your eight […]
Rules for Respect-Boundaries of Behavior
Do your kids think you have too many rules? Do they push the limits and boundaries of respect? Perhaps you have had similar conversations that started like these in order to teach respect for others.
“What’s the matter with that word, they say it all the time on television?”
“We were only teasing her, we didn’t mean […]
To Do List for Parents, From the Kids
Do you wish you knew what your child was thinking about you as a parent? Are you struggling with your confidence as a parent? Do you sometimes feel like you are not doing enough to help your child become a responsible member of society?
Well, I know how you feel. I have felt frustrated and discouraged […]
What Makes Strong and Nurturing Families?
Human beings have the longest dependency on others than any other living creature. We spend our lives in relationships, either toxic or nurturing. If the family of origin was not supportive and loving, we either repeat that pattern or look for other mentors and teachers.
Can you visualize a closed fist as opposed to an […]
How to Raise Kids on A Budget
If your bills and expenses equals more than your income, you are headed for trouble and you must take steps immediately to get back on track. There must be enough money coming into your household to cover what is going out in expenses.
If there is a big difference between what is incoming and what […]
Respect versus Ridicule-Giving Feedback
Your intention is to motivate a child or employee to do better. You are clear in your mind what you want to achieve and the behavior that you want changed. You expect to be listened to and obeyed! You are right and they are wrong. Someday, they will be grateful that you cared […]
How to Use Encouraging Words with Your Children
Jack Canfield, author of Chicken Soup for the Soul, often cites a study completed by graduate students who followed a group of normal two-year olds around for a day. These typical kids from typical homes received 432 negative statements and only 32 positive statements daily. The teachers, aides and other children were constantly saying […]
Incentives Can Encourage Feelings of Accomplishment
Do you know the difference between a bribe and an incentive? Are your children and employees always concerned with WIIFE (what’s in it for me)? Do you think the sense of entitlement some children have is growing? How do you teach the inner reward when they want an outer or tangible gift?
In this article, […]
Are We Spoiling Our Kids With Too Much Stuff?
Are you a parent, grandparent, teacher, coach or employer who is dismayed at the sense of entitlement many of our young children have?
And that is not all they have. They have clothes enough to outfit a small orphanage, toys enough for a play land and an excuse for every chore they are […]
Notes to My Parent-From Your Child
What does your child really need from you besides food, shelter and love? Are you struggling with your confidence as a parent? Do you sometimes feel like you are not doing enough to help your child become a responsible member of society?
Do you wish your child could put into words what he or she […]
