Hot-Headed Children
Everyone has to deal with feelings of anger and frustration at times. While these feelings are normal, it is important to teach kids how to appropriately deal with them. Parents … read more
Article Category: Behavior
Compassionate Children
Empathy is the ability to put yourself in another’s shoes. It’s similar to sympathy but with an important difference. To sympathize is to care about and understand the suffering experienced … read more
Taming Tantrums
Clenched fists, flushed cheeks, and shaky, shallow breaths — most parents can spot these signs of an impending kid meltdown. When we notice our kids about to lose it, we … read more
45 Ways to Spread Kindness
If you have ever experienced a random act of kindness, you know what joy a simple act can produce. The most basic gestures like a friendly smile or a warm … read more
What Type Of Parent Are You?
Authoritative Provides structure to a child’s daily routine, including a regular bedtime Establishes clear household rules and reasonable consequences A healthy, open line of communication between parent and child Considered the most effective and … read more
Fueled by Frustration
“I hate that vest! I’m not wearing it!” “I hate going to the grocery store!” “I hate you!” My kids, especially my 5-year-old, utter “the H-word” more often than I’d … read more
Avoiding Anxiety
Are your kids stressed? Do you want them to learn how to better cope with life’s big and small stressors in ways that are both helpful and fun? Then encourage … read more
Courageous Kids
Here’s an unwelcome fact: Most kids will experience bullying at school, even if they’re not directly involved as a victim or perpetrator. Studies show that 70 percent of students witness … read more
Avoiding Holiday Meltdowns
It’s December and the holidays are here! It’s “the most wonderful time of year” but oftentimes unrealistic expectations of our young children can cause holiday tears and tantrums. Sensory overload … read more
Finding Forgiveness
You may be at work, at home, or in a waiting room when the mental video clip starts rolling — the one highlighting the slights behind that grudge you hold … read more