Have you ever wished you could be a more patient parent? If so, you’re not alone. In a recent study of 2,200 parents, 60 percent said they wish they had more patience. Forty-seven percent wished they did a better job of controlling their emotions and reactions while...
Most of us have shy moments. Just as with adults, shyness can leave a child feeling awkward and embarrassed. When it’s severe enough it can be painful and debilitating. Sadly, shy children leave many of their thoughts bottled up—thoughts that could help them connect...
As moms and dads we all have weaknesses and imperfections. One of the best ways to identify points where we need improvement is to check in with the people on the receiving end of our parenting efforts – our kids. Getting feedback is a great way to become a better...
We’ve all seen cartoons where what’s going on in a character’s mind is portrayed in “thought bubbles.” That’s a great visual representation of what’s happening inside each of our brains. Like many people, my thought bubbles can get filled with negative stuff,...
For many families, politics ends up being the subject of discussion at family gatherings, school classrooms, church get-togethers, and family mealtimes. While our kids are very young, we need to equip them with foundational disciplines to think and talk about...
