Do We Really Need Parenting Classes?
Why this abundance of parenting books and classes? Are we doing it all wrong? Is our generation different then previous generations? Why isn’t love enough anymore? Modern parents are facing challenges that were unheard of 50, 60 years ago. Technology has developed so quickly in the past 100 years we can hardly stop for a […]
Why Kids Are Not Listening and What You Need To Do
It is often lamented that children are misbehaving more and more. Whining, tantrums, back talk are the norm. Parents are often at a loss on how to manage their children’s negative behavior and struggle to set limits and stick to their rules. Most adults would agree that they are uncomfortable asserting authority in their home […]
Gratitude: The Key To Teaching Your Child Appreciation
Jeffrey Froh a professer from Hofstra University ran a study on how to increase gratitude and unselfish behavior in junior high and high school students. He based this study on the work of Robert Emmons of the University of California. Emmons had college students write a gratitude journal everyday. Emmon’s study was a success. Most […]