I was upset. I was seething on the inside. My husband and I just had a disagreement. I passionately began to express why I disagreed with his stance. My words began to tumble out and I barely took a breath. My eyes were blurry with tears as I began to release the disappointment behind my anger. Eventually, I paused talking and looked at my husband expectantly.
Helping Your Child to Have a Growth Mindset Instead of a Fixed Mindset
Children are capable of learning incredible things. Maybe you’ve been in awe of your child’s imagination before or found yourself surprised by some of the interesting and curious questions they ask.
As a parent, of course, you want your child to be happy and to achieve great things. To do that, it’s important to encourage a growth mindset, rather than a fixed one.
How to Teach Your Child the Importance of “Less Is More” in a Society of Overconsumption
We live in a world of excess. In general, we have more than the generations before us.
Thanks to technology, we expect most things to be done for us instantly. We don’t like to wait too long.
Unfortunately, that excessive lifestyle is something many people unknowingly pass on to their children. What’s worse, the more our kids expect, the less content they are likely to be. Is that what you want them to learn?
Managing Parent Stress (Especially During a Pandemic!)
Parenting is one of the most rewarding things in the world. But any parent will tell you, it can also be one of the most stressful things.
This has been especially true for parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the weeks have turned into many months, parents have had to grapple with an ever-changing normal and the anxiety and stress of parenting has begun to take its toll on many, if not most, parents.
Parenting with Insight: What Is the Difference Between Praise and Encouragement?
Teaching Money Management to Children: 5 Key Lessons
Depending on how old your children are, you might not think much about the importance of teaching them money management. But the reality is, you’re already teaching them, even if you don’t realize it.
Kids are perceptive. You probably already know that as a parent. But most parents don’t recognize that their children are watching the way they manage money too.
Thus, the first way to teach your children how to manage money is to set a good example. Take a look at your own spending habits.
Beyond that, what else can you do to teach your children more about money management?
Supporting a Child with ADHD: 5 Tips for Parents
New Year’s Resolutions for Parents: 5 Ways to Start the Year Off Right
The start of a new year tends to make people think about goals and resolutions they’d like to accomplish. Whether it’s to lose weight, get more organized, or get better sleep—New Year’s Resolutions are often fairly traditional.
When you’re a parent, though, your objectives for the new year can be different.
This year, don’t just think about some of the more “common” resolutions when you consider your goals and aspirations. Think about what you can resolve to do in order to be a better parent, partner, and person.
Tips for Helping Your Toddler or Preschooler Handle Big Emotions
It’s not uncommon for children to get upset. We often forget that little people can have big (sometimes very big) emotions.
The problem? If you have a toddler or preschooler, they may not always be able to express those emotions the way they want, even if they are viewed as bright or gifted in other areas. And that can be frustrating for everyone.
Developing Thanksgiving Traditions: Thoughtful Gestures You Can Teach Your Child
Almost every family has their own Thanksgiving traditions that are celebrated each year.
You may not even realize how special it is when you wake up early to start cooking, turn on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, or prepare a big breakfast. But these little moments can be big for your family. They create memories that will last a lifetime.
When thinking about the theme of the holiday, gratitude should really be at the center of most of those traditions.
