Something To Think About
Something to
think about
A mother listens to her 10-year old son's fears, recalls the terrors of her own
childhood, and shares some wisdom..
Pushing My Third Son Out Of The
Nest Using Some Of My Best Wisdom
A Moment Of Silence Please
Kids could benefit from learning to sit silently and do nothing. This is
a skill most people never develop but we could easily change that by
allowing school kids to sit and contemplate for twenty minutes or so. If
they want to pray they could do that, in their own way and silently, the
way it should be done if you're serious about it. Otherwise, we could
give them some elevating thoughts to ponder.
Aren't They All Our
Children?
There may be no greater question for our generation. And how we answer
that question will determine the shape of our world for years to come...
How Old is Too
Old to Become a Mother? Britain's Oldest Mum-To-Be is 66.
The papers are full of the news about Elizabeth Munro, due to become the
oldest Mum in Britain at 66. As you might expect, there are opinions
left, right and sideways about whether this is "right." But on what
grounds should this woman and her pregnancy be judged, if at all?
Children Learn What They
Live
An ancient Chinese proverb tells us, "A child's life is like a piece of paper
on which every passerby leaves a mark." We cannot teach our children
self-esteem. We can only help them discover it within themselves by adding
positive marks and strokes on their slates. All positive motivation is rooted in
self-esteem – the development of which, just as with other skills takes
practice. Think of self-esteem as a four-legged chair...
Being Left Is The Definition Of A Mother
To be a successful mother you must be left. Not left handed, nor to the
left politically, but just left. This necessary abandonment comes in
gradual stages and the steps toward this goal are painful to be sure.
Parenting
Lessons Learned From a Piece of Pink Cake
As a parent, do you sometimes feel frustrated? Need some parenting
inspiration? Here are a few principles that I learned that gave me a
different perspective in parenting children.
Attaboy!
Encouraging Phrases That Build Confidence
Many parents act as if criticism, and pointing out what is wrong,
will make children miraculously want to do what is right. However,
people cannot improve unless they feel good enough about themselves to
believe they are capable of improvement. Learn some encouraging words
and phrases to build that confidence.
Curtains, Pancakes
and Broom Hockey: 12 Ways to Build Self Esteem in Kids
Few things are as rewarding as seeing your child glow from the inside
out. And it happens when children have a high self esteem: when they
know themselves to be unconditionally accepted, when they feel both
loved and lovable, and when they feel a sense of belonging and self
worth. Here are twelve simple activities that have really made a
difference in our family...
Give Your Child The
Gift Of Confidence
To me the most precious gift you can bestow on your child, after
loving and caring for them, is the gift of "confidence". A child with
confidence turns into an adult with confidence and an adult with
confidence can achieve anything they set their mind and heart to.
Modern Dads Play A Vital
Role In Kids' Lives
A new generation of men are redefining fatherhood and masculinity.
According to census figures, one in four dads takes care of his
preschooler during the time the mother is working. The number of
children who are raised by a primary-care father is more than 2 million
and rising. And fathers who work full time are more involved in their
children's lives.
Cultivating Creativity in Children
My husband, my eight-year-old son, and I were having lunch one day and
when there was a lull in the conversation, my son looked up at us and,
completely out of the blue says, “Do people get mad because they can’t
see their foreheads?” We both stopped eating and gave him a blank look.
5 Easy Ways to
Teach Kids Empathy
We all want our kids to develop empathy - that essential knack for
understanding how others feel and responding with kindness. Here are
five easy strategies for helping empathy bloom.
How to Say "I Love You"
With Meaning
“I love you” are three words all children need to hear often from their
parents. Do you want those words to have real meaning to your child? Do
you want them to connect one heart to another? Do you want to use these
words to develop a level of intimacy in your family that communicates
your heartfelt affection for your children? If so, consider
strengthening I love you with the following suggestions...
Watch What You Say
The words you choose and the phrases you use repeatedly will have a
lasting impact on your children. Why not choose words that will help
them realize their potential as unique, creative, bright, loving,
powerful and successful human beings?
Think Like Your Kids - And
Understand Them More!
When we learn to think like our children, when we 'get down to their
level', when we master the art of getting inside their heads and seeing
life from their point of view, the task of raising children becomes much
easier - to say nothing of more enjoyable and fulfilling.
Motherhood is a Perfect Adventure
How often do you think of family life as an adventure or delightful
experience? If you and your children are having a good day, then you
might buy into this idea. However, many of you are probably laughing
hysterically now. What is delightful about the children fighting for the
umpteenth time today? Sometimes I bet your family life feels like a
jungle with screeching and swinging monkeys.
Playground
Pettiness
Is it always the children who play up in the
playground - or can mothers be the problem?
No, No, No -- What Else
is a Parent to Say?
The word no is probably the most overused word in the English language.
I speak from experience since I myself use it frequently.
Raising Boys
The last decade has seen heightened interest in and awareness of the
issues surrounding boys in most of the western world. It is common
knowledge that boys lead the way in all the wrong statistics, including;
problematic behaviours, learning difficulties and health problems.
Educators and professionals around the world are looking for ways to
cater for and engage young males.
Take Out Time - To Just Be Thankful
n our often-stressful lives, we are constantly
absorbed by negativisms, feeling that our troubles are insurmountable and that
no one else in this world is troubled by such circumstances. Perhaps we should
just take time out to be thankful for what we have...
17
Quick Ways to Strengthen the Bonds of Love
The most important thing you can do for your child is to create and
nurture a strong, loving relationship between the two of you.
Here are 17 easy ways to strengthen your connection with your child...
Simple
Living in a Materialistic World
I thought about all of the possessions I had somewhere in the house. How
many of them had I really used in the last 6 months? How many of them
really had an impact on my life or made me happy beyond the first few
minutes of receiving them?
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