The Growth Mindset: Praising Kids For Success
When I first read Faber and Mazlish’s book, “How To Talk So Kids Will Listen” I found the chapter on Praise to be eye opening. The authors cautioned parents to stop using evaluative praise and to use descriptive praise instead. Now I am reading Carol Dweck’s book on developing a growth mindset in our kids. […]
Encouraging Kids: Have Faith In Your Children
My son is a CIT at a local day camp here. After the first day of camp, he complained, “My campers just don’t listen! It is really hard being a counselor!” All parents know this feeling. There is nothing so frustrating for a parent as when their kids do not listen to them. When we […]
How I Write My Blog And Why Parents Need To Know This…
Dear Adina, First off I would like to say great blog! I had a quick question that I’d like to ask if you do not mind. I was curious to find out how you center yourself and clear your thoughts prior to writing. I have had a hard time clearing my thoughts in getting my […]