Parenting
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Grit: Why We Should Praise Effort Over Talent
As parents, we want our kids to succeed. So when they bring home straight A’s or score the winning goal, our instinct is to praise their talent and intelligence. “You’re so smart!”, we exclaim with pride. But researchers suggest that praise focused on talent and outcomes doesn’t actually equip kids with the mindset needed for Continue reading
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“Talking to Children About War and Violence: A Parent’s Guide”
Parenting comes with its fair share of challenges, and one of the most difficult topics to address with children is war and violence. These subjects can be overwhelming for both parents and kids alike. However, it is crucial to engage in these conversations in an age-appropriate and sensitive manner. How do we talk to children Continue reading
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The Key to Raising Kids of Character? Consistency.
“But you said I could stay up late!” “Daddy lets me do it!” As parents know, children will endlessly test limits and attempt manipulation to get their way. While often a normal sign of intelligence and creativity, unchecked this tendency can lead to entitlement, dishonesty, and chronic rule-breaking. The key to curbing manipulation and building… Continue reading
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Bridging the Gap with the Emotionally Distant Child
As children grow up, it’s common for us parents to worry about our child (or children) becoming more distant. We fear losing the closeness we once shared as they form their own identities. Continue reading
adolescence, anxiety disorders, building trust, child psychology, communication, depression, developmental psychology, emotional distance, Family Dynamics, isolation, listening skills, mental health, parent-child relationships, Parenting, Patience, professional help, selective mutism, self-esteem, social challenges, teenagers, therapy, unconditional love -
The Roots of Anger in a Troubled Child
First, let’s be clear that anger is a normal emotion that everyone experiences from time to time. However, for some children, anger can become a serious problem. If your child is constantly angry, it is important to try to understand the sources of their anger. This will help you to find ways to help them… Continue reading
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Awaiting the Prodigal’s Return: A Guide for the Anxious Heart
Not sure how it happens. We strive to faithfully serve God. We pray for our children and our family. We determine to create a home of peace and unity. We strive to instill good, solid values in our children. We even go so far to protect them from exposure to the ugliness in the world.… Continue reading
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Am I Spoiling My Child By Caring More About Their Happiness Than My Own?
Modern parenting often involves guilt and worry about the excesses of entertainment and privilege. Are we ruining our kids by caring too much about their happiness? Furthermore, our style of parenting itself has changed; parents tend to put their children’s happiness above their own, raising their children in a less stern manner than they themselves Continue reading
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How Do We Know If We Are Raising Thankful Kids?
There has always been a disconnect between older generations and the ones that follow. One of the oldest fragments of written word is an old guy grumbling about “kids-these-days.” So how do we know if we are raising thankful kids? Lecturing and criticizing, although tempting, are not the solution. So, how can we cultivate gratitude… Continue reading
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