Use of Praise with Children – Part 2
May 4, 2007When praising children, another helpful approach is to be specific about the praise. Often we assume that, when we say “good job,” little Billy knows to what we are referring. Billy might not have a clue. For example, if you…
Read More Category : ParentingUse of Praise with Children – Part 1
April 28, 2007It seems like it is common wisdom to praise our kids for things like their athletic skills, musical ability, intelligence, creativity, talent, etc. We want them to internalize all of our praise and have high self-esteem, right? Interestingly, the research…
Read More Category : ParentingTragedy at Virginia Tech
April 21, 2007Like everyone, I was both shocked and saddened by the mass murder that took place recently at Virginia Tech. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of the victims, as well as to the family of…
Read More Category : Happiness & Well-BeingParenting Tip – When It's Not Okay to Say Okay
April 10, 2007Parenting can be both extremely rewarding and difficult, as any parent can attest. As parents, we cannot completely control what our children and adolescents do and attempts to do so can result in a great deal of frustration (for everyone…
Read More Category : ParentingA Balanced Life
March 9, 2007What are the things that make you happy? Think back. Chances are that many of your best times have been with friends or family. Research shows that the majority of happiness comes from our social relationships. People who are happy…
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