You've tried everything to get off the crazy train of yelling. Or blaming. Or threatening. Or criticizing your kids. No matter how many "good days" you have, eventually fall back into old patterns again. And then you feel horrible. Your intentions are excellent, but something still seems to be getting in the way of kicking this habit. … [Read more...]
How to Respond to Your Child’s Negative Self-Talk
No parent wants to hear their child say, "I'm dumb" or "I'm stupid," or even worse, "No one loves me." Rather than panicking or minimizing their experience, use these tips to respond to your child's negative self-talk. "I'm so dumb," your child mumbles at the kitchen table. He bangs his fist on the table and growls. He's working on a … [Read more...]
How to Support Your Child (Even When You’re Disappointed)
As parents, we want great things for our kids. Sometimes, we feel disappointed when they struggle with a sport or lack interest in something we enjoyed as a child. Kate Early, a Licensed Professional Counselor, shares some tips for managing our feelings and supporting our kids. I'll be honest, here...sometimes I'm disappointed in my … [Read more...]
5 Things to Check Before You Correct a Child
Correcting starts early... "That book's upside down" or "Your shoes are on the wrong feet." As our kids get older, it seems that there are more and more things to correct. "2 plus 3 equals 5, not 6!" "Pour the juice with both hands!" One of our jobs as parents is to guide our children and help them make good … [Read more...]