My 16 year-old son recently had his friend sign him in at a school activity so he could receive credit for attending. He really didn’t go to the activity and told me about it as if it were no big deal. What can I do to help him see the value of acting with integrity? …
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Connecting With Your Child
“When some one loves you, the way they say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe in their mouth.” – Billy, age four, as reported on the internet Your child’s security with you is fundamental for their well-being and development. When they feel safely attached, they have the courage and …
Teaching Gratitude
Several years ago, we started a simple Thanksgiving tradition in our home. Before we begin our Thanksgiving meal, we each take a turn sharing about the things for which we are grateful. The tradition has grown so that we do it more often because we love to hear each other’s answers. Along with the normal …
Supporting Your Anxious Child
My son struggles with anxiety and is very scared to go into the sixth grade. What can I do to help him through it? A new school year brings a mixture of excitement, worry, and anticipation for most kids an teens. They look forward to seeing their friends and wonder what their classes will be …
Tools For Building A Resilient Self-Esteem
Our 13 year-old daughter was harshly teased by a few kids last year at school. Now, she is really hard on herself. She worries that no one likes her and puts herself down, and seems self-conscious. How can we help her with her self-esteem? Our kids feel very supported when they see that we take …
Celebrate Motherhood
From One Mother to Another A special moment in my life was when I held my newborn son for the first time. He looked right into my eyes, and we held each other’s gaze. I think we felt the magic of our bond in that instant. It’s moments like this that make motherhood so joyous …
Protect Children from Divorce Conflicts
In my experience working with families, parents have great concern and compassion for the impact of their divorce on their children. However, sometimes conflict is so intense that it’s difficult for parents to differentiate between their experience and the needs of their kids. Protecting children from emotional turmoil is essential and extremely important. The following …
Self-Care In Your Routine
Self-Care As your children’s activities are in full gear, make sure you carve out some time for your own self-care. Take some time each day to take care of your physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Here are suggestions for self-care that you can easily make part of your routine. Connect. Spend time with your loved …