Back To School: How to Help Your Child Succeed
We all think that kids who have straight “A”s are guaranteed to experience success in life. But it’s not necessarily true! As parents, we need to rethink our values. Sure good grades are important but at what cost to your child’s sense of self-worth? There are many people who did not do well […]
The Power of Positive Role Models: Teaching Kids Optimism
I am currently reading the captivating book “The Optimistic Child” by Martin Seligman, the renowned father of Positive Psychology. Throughout the book, one crucial point stands out – the significance of positive role models in shaping a child’s outlook on life. Seligman emphasizes that optimistic parents are more likely to raise optimistic children, and cultivating […]
The Manipulative Child: How to Regain Control
Some kids are quite creative in finding ways to wear their parents down. Children will often argue with their parents to get that new toy, extra time playing video games, or to get a chance to watch an inappropriate movie. They will use every tactic in the book to get what they want. Manipulation […]