Balancing Control With Maturity
Posted in Parenting, Personal Development, raising children on Dec 30th, 2008
As we understand the three stages (from the CD) we can more effectively set up learning experiences for our kids from the top down. In this call we cover several specific ideas for effective consequences, and the importance of a positive approach. Please share your ideas with our community of parents who are [...]
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Click on this link for a choice example of some of the adventures in parenting that we all treasure! Vicki received this from a friend.
Enjoy!
Posted in Family, Parenting, Psychology, Spiritual Leadership, raising children, teaching children on Oct 14th, 2008
Two seasoned clinicians (Dr. Jason Adams, and Craig Rollo, LMFT) join Dr. Paul today to talk about defiance. Consistency is a real key in creating an environment at home that is more cooperative and peaceful. Parents are there to help their kids learn how to get what they want in appropriate ways. [...]
Posted in Family, Parenting, raising children, teaching children on Oct 7th, 2008
Children develop habits that can create inconvenience for mom and dad. A common example is slipping into the parents’ bed at night. There is nothing right or wrong about kids doing this, but if it is time to make this change it can be a significant source of stress for parents. Good discussion today with [...]
Posted in Family, Parenting, Psychology on Sep 9th, 2008
Today’s call was a lively discussion about helping kids with self esteem. Some of the key points included:
Helping kids to see that they are special, but NOT a special case.
Teaching kids to serve others.
Finding commonality and connectiveness.
Encourage kids to face and handle their problems.
Celebrate individual differences and agency.
For those who would like an extra [...]
Posted in Family, raising children, teaching children on Aug 19th, 2008
Parents often get into some common traps that fall into a similar category that I’m going to call, “showing your hand.” In a card game, you don’t want the other players to see your hand, because that would tip them off as to how to play against you. In the same light, parents [...]
Vicki and Dr. Jason discuss the topic of routine and structure in our family life. Research suggests that consistency bolsters a child’s social and emotional development. Consistent routines provide an environment of safety and security for the whole family and it is wise to remember to provide time for focus progression as [...]
Posted in Parenting, raising children, teaching children on Jun 10th, 2008
As a follow-up to the Live On Purpose Radio episode that featured Colleen O’Donnell and her book “Generous Kids“, today’s call focused on how we can teach our children the habit of giving. As always, Vicki was on the call with me as well as our now regular guest, Dr. Jason Adams. Share [...]
Posted in Family, Parenting, raising children on Jun 5th, 2008
Today on Live On Purpose Radio, I interviewed Colleen O’Donnell who is the author of “Generous Kids.” This is a great little tool for parents. Enjoy the episode, and let me know what you think.
Posted in Parenting, Personal Development, Spiritual Leadership, raising children, teaching children on Jun 3rd, 2008
Our children are going to learn about sex and sexuality somehow and somewhere. As we become more comfortable ourselves about this topic, and find ways to introduce and teach these concepts to our children, we do a huge service to them. As is the case with other topics we have discussed, it is [...]
