What To Say Instead of Praising
Our children need to feel seen and accepted and encouraged, no matter what.
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Setting Limits with Teens and Preteens
It creates a home with a lot less drama — and a lot more love.
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Tirades and Tears? Time for a Do-Over!
One great way to course correct when you see a collision coming, or when you find yourself sitting in a pile of emotional wreckage, is to ask for a “Do-Over.”
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Are you using this essential parenting tool?
Once you pause, you can make the choice to shift gears.
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When Your Child Is Misbehaving: Time to Invite a Meltdown?
After a good cry your child is happier, more affectionate, more cooperative.
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How To Help Your Child Develop a Foolproof Inner Compass
“I just don’t believe that kids learn to do what’s right by us giving them hugs. The only reason I ever did my homework was the strap waiting if I brought home a bad report card.” — Jack It’s […]
5 Ways To Help Your Child WANT To Do What’s Right
Why would a child choose, over and over, to do the harder thing?
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Does your own childhood affect your parenting?
Ever wondered why some parents can keep a sense of humor in the face of their child’s challenging behavior while another parent starts yelling?
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Easy ways to teach kids about emotions in daily life
Observing what your child and other people are feeling, and commenting on it in a nonjudgmental, accepting way, teaches children to identify emotions in themselves and others.
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You Don’t Have To Make Up for Not Being a Perfect Parent
Our fantasy of the perfect family holiday can drive us to do more, more, more. But more of what we didn’t need to begin with can’t fill those deep longings. There’s a better way.
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