Tag Archives: Parenting
Nurturing the Inner Light?
What value might there be in taking a more tender, gentler approach with our children? What are the underlining philosophies behind why we parent the way we do?
In this insightful article, we consider the angle through which we view children and how we respond accordingly. Continue reading
Parenting Siblings
Strategies for helping your children get along Continue reading
No Excuses Parenting?
Strategies for using consequences with your children Continue reading
We Need To Talk…
Strategies for having difficult conversations with your children Continue reading
Mister Rogers Got It
What can we learn from Mr. Rogers? We can learn a lot. Not the least of which, we can learn to focus on the good and give up a drive for perfectionism. Continue reading
You’re Doing A Good Job!
Parenting is hard work, and it is made even harder when we expect perfection out of ourselves and our kids. Take a deep breath, give it your best, and rest confidently in the assurance that though you are not doing everything right, you are doing a good job. Continue reading
The Wrinkled Paper Exercise
The Wrinkled Paper Exercise The Exercise Take two new, unblemished sheets of paper. They should be completely clean of any marks, folds, tears, etc. Now, take one sheet of paper and crumble it up. Fold it over itself multiple times, … Continue reading
Teaching Our Children to Stop and Think
Intelligence is made up of at least two key components: information processing and information application. In middle childhood, it is important for parents to understand these components of intelligence and how they apply to their parenting. Continue reading