Many would agree it's increasingly tricky raising children in this "social media" world. Even more challenging is raising them to be authentic. Today's world makes it all too easy for children and teens to grasp the shallow values that perpetuate their insecurities. Kids grow up with their minds focused on the fleeting pleasures of life but end up feeling empty … [Read more...] about How to Teach Your Child the Value of an Authentic Life
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How to Get More Out of Your Time With Your Child
No matter how you look at it, everyone is busy today. Responsibilities at work, family priorities, and hobbies make it difficult for parents to spend quality time with their children. Some feel guilty that they need to work full-time to pay the bills. Others may feel anxious when they go to the gym for a workout. And when they see parents who can work from home and thus … [Read more...] about How to Get More Out of Your Time With Your Child
A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
Children’s mental health took a negative turn in 2020. In addition to the usual challenges of growing up, many families are struggling with the loss of loved ones and the consequences of closing schools for a year. Mental health is an essential part of your child’s overall wellbeing that’s just as important as their physical condition. Their early development creates the … [Read more...] about A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
7 Ways To Develop Your Child’s Social Skills
There's nothing as painful for a parent as watching your kid grapple with making friends and figuring out how to fit in. You pick your kid up from school and see him sitting by himself, huddled up in a corner, staring at his lunch bag. You ask him how he feels, and he mumbles something about loneliness. It's an unfortunate moment for any parent. The key to preventing your … [Read more...] about 7 Ways To Develop Your Child’s Social Skills
How to Teach Your Child the Value of Self-Discipline
Self-discipline can help a child to resist temptations that aren't healthy, endure the uncomfortable feeling associated with trying to achieve goals, and delay gratification. A child who learns self-discipline early on thanks his parents later. You may not hear it from their mouth, but you will see the success it brings. The best way to teach your child self-discipline is … [Read more...] about How to Teach Your Child the Value of Self-Discipline