Despite their increased desire for independence and privacy, tweens and teens need their parents support as much as ever. But how can parents stay connected between all of the eye rolls, closed doors and one word answers?
Category Archives: Parenting
Four Surprising Things About Compassion
I’ve been inspired lately to learn about compassion. Not just compassion for our “tribe,” which comes pretty naturally, but for those not in our tribe. It’s not easy to find compassion for people that we don’t like, that we don’t agree with or that behave in difficult ways.
Introvert or Extrovert: Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Nature
Are you more of an introvert or an extrovert? What about your child? Knowing your natural tendencies and those of your family will help you better understand and support your loved ones.
Three Ways to Cultivate Respect at Home (and in the World)
Many homes are filled with name calling, fighting, blaming and other forms of disrespect. Here are three ways to create a respectful home.
Dear Parent, Your job is not to be perfect.
Okay, I have to admit that I’m writing this mostly for me. But I’m guessing that I’m not alone on this one.
As a recovering perfectionist, I find that often the hardest person for me to forgive is myself. Anyone else ever experience this?..
Validation – Key to Connecting with Your Kids
Validation means letting kids share their thoughts and feelings without judging or criticizing them. It means that you understand what your child feels is real to her. And it’ a powerful parenting too.
Screen Time: Time for a Family (and National) Conversation?
Did you know that adults spend an average of 49 days a year looking at their phones? And that we unlock our phones an average of 80 times per day?
Parents: 4 Things Teenagers Wished You Understood About Them
The teen years are complex, filled with change and intense growth. I asked teenagers what they wished their parents understood about them.
Thank You, Teachers. You are Heroes.
Teachers: Thank you for the vital role you play in the lives of our children, so much of it unseen and unrecognized.
Four Skills that Strengthen Family Relationships (That are Typically Not Taught)
There’s scientific evidence that healthy relationships are foundational to a healthy life. This article shares four skills that support healthy relationships and help families thrive.