What is the goal that you are trying to achieve? Be specific…write it down with objectives that can be measured. So, something like “I’m going […]
How to Get Motivated – Part 1
For some strange reason, identifying what we need to do is a lot easier than doing it. We all have those long lists of things […]
Take the "Sleep Challenge"
I have one son who is almost 4 years old and another son who is almost 6 months. Sleep can be a hard-sought luxury, and […]
Generating New Neurons Through Exercise
Until recently it was thought that the adult brain did not generate any new neurons. I clearly remember listening to a graduate professor in my […]
Use of Praise with Children – Part 3
I call this technique the “principle of opposites.” It’s simple but effective. What is the most annoying behavior of your child? Does he frequently interrupt […]
Use of Praise with Children – Part 2
When praising children, another helpful approach is to be specific about the praise. Often we assume that, when we say “good job,” little Billy knows […]
Use of Praise with Children – Part 1
It seems like it is common wisdom to praise our kids for things like their athletic skills, musical ability, intelligence, creativity, talent, etc. We want […]
Tragedy at Virginia Tech
Like everyone, I was both shocked and saddened by the mass murder that took place recently at Virginia Tech. My thoughts and prayers go out […]
Parenting Tip – When It's Not Okay to Say Okay
Parenting can be both extremely rewarding and difficult, as any parent can attest. As parents, we cannot completely control what our children and adolescents do […]
A Balanced Life
What are the things that make you happy? Think back. Chances are that many of your best times have been with friends or family. Research […]