How Much Praise is Too Much Praise?
Kids naturally will begin building their own internal confidence if they face a challenge and work well with it. Constantly telling them how great they are, makes them take less risks to try the very...
View ArticleAm I Old Enough? (Love Your Children by Saying “NO”)
We cannot save our children from all of the dangers any more than our parents could save us. We can be proactive though, and we can assert our parental authority and say, “NO,” even if that isn’t the...
View ArticleThe Perfect Prom Dress Helps Her Look Beautiful, Not Objectified
Parents must be supportive of their daughters feelings, but keep the big picture in mind. Within three short years she has to understand that what she chooses to wear effects peoples’ judgment forever....
View Article50 Ways to Build Emotionally Healthy Kids
I can imagine healthy teens leaving home for college or work, and becoming assets to their society. It doesn’t just happen though. Healthy kids come from a healthy home. Make your home a “safe” place...
View ArticleElectronics Have Replaced Mom and Dad at the Dinner Table
We cannot go backwards in time, nor should we, but as we continue into the digital age there are some rituals we must keep sacred as a family. Family dinners are one of those. A family is only as...
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