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Focus on the Good: The Surprisingly Awesome Thing About Your Child’s Misbehavior
Focusing on the good is powerful. “No one has ever said anything like that to me!” The rough-looking teen’s tough veneer had softened. I (Jim) detected tears in his eyes. What had caused this teen, a complete stranger and one…
An Appropriate “Punishment” for Name-Calling? It’s Not What You Think
Teach connection and reconciliation with this simple policy
Are You Unintentionally Encouraging Bad Behavior? Here’s How to Switch That
Parents want to encourage good behavior from their children. But do you ever have a nagging suspicion that you’re actually encouraging bad behavior? Somehow, do all those well-meaning corrections and conversations end up encouraging hurtful behavior? The energy we give…
Self-Affirmation for Kids: A Fun Idea to Build Your Child’s Inner Confidence
The Simple Way We Taught Our Kids to Value What They Did Well
Applying the ABC’s of Affirmation | Ep.83
Does your child get discouraged? Does it feel like your child’s misbehavior seems to drown out the positive things you might notice? And the more you notice misbehavior, the more it seems to happen. We tend to gravitate toward the…
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4 Steps to Change Your Child’s Behavior
Ever tried to change your child’s behavior? Or, how many times in the last hour, have you actually tried to change your child’s behavior? If you’re like most parents, too often our methods go something like, “Uhhh! If I’ve told…
Teach Your Child to Have a Growth Mindset with These Four Steps | Ep. 70
Have you heard the buzz about having a “growth mindset”* versus a “fixed mindset”? How can you teach your child to have a growth mindset? When our kids lack the skills to do what we are asking them to do…
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3 Steps for Success in Holiday Chaos!
Holidays and other gatherings can be a lot of fun — but they can also be chaotic and overstimulating for kids! Rather than punish your children for misbehavior, be thoughtful ahead of time about how to prepare them for success.…
Building True Respect and Teamwork
Most of us agree that respect is an important skill to build in children which will empower them for their entire life. Whether it is for future work or family relationships, having the ability to set aside frustrations and grievances out of…
Advice for Dads
Dear Dads, We are a big deal. Our kids look up to us in a unique way. They need our affirmation and approval. Statistics show that kids who get a father’s love tend to soar well into the world, and…