06 Apr 6 Things to Improve Your Parenting
Family life can be tremendously rewarding while at the same time remarkably frustrating. Every child is different and comes with their own strengths and challenges. That’s why God gave them parents.
03 May How to Avoid “Traffic Cop” Parenting
Wanting to spare their children frustration in life, parents sometimes step in unnecessarily, but by rescuing kids they may be robbing them of an excellent way to learn. Frustration often provides motivation to children, and a parent's patient coaching can help them experience the success of accomplishing a goal or overcoming a roadblock. In order for this to take place, however, parents must sometimes give up the role of problem solver and take on the role of coach or counselor as life teaches a valuable lesson.
11 Mar Keep Discipline Positive by Affirming Approximately Right Behavior
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One way to keep a positive focus in your discipline is to look for approximately right behavior and affirm it. Don't wait until things are absolutely right.
24 Jul Is there More to Life Than Having Fun? What Should We Expect From a Teen?
“I just want to have fun.” That was Carl’s response when his dad challenged him about his poor performance at school.
16 Aug Teaching Kids to Challenge Authority
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The first thing children must learn is to give up their agenda, follow instructions, and cooperate. But there also needs to be a way for children to appeal to parents. When children learn a wise appeal then they can use it to graciously challenge a decision in the home and outside the home.
19 May How to Build Cooperation In Your Kids
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Cooperation is so important for a child’s growth and development. The purpose of working on cooperation isn’t just to reduce tension and get things done, although those are two side-benefits.
23 Mar Privilege and Responsibility Go Together
Parents sometimes give privileges to young people who aren't responsible enough to handle them. Privileges are things like being home alone, having an email account, carrying a cell phone, going to the mall with friends, or being able to stay up late.
13 Jan Parent to Your Child’s Strengths in Order to Address Weaknesses
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All children have good character qualities that, when taken to the extreme, have a negative side. One child may be quite organized, but if not careful, may become inflexible in a less structured situation. It's like the saying, "your strength can be your greatest weakness."