Parenting Tips

Why should I celebrate my child’s failures as well as their successes?

A willingness to lose or fail is critical to growth. Be as proud of the losses as the successes and … Read more

What are effective ways to communicate with teens?

It is generally impossible to get teens to do what you want them to do by talking to them. Download … Read more

Why should focusing on being “well-rounded” not be the primary goal for my teen?

Being “well rounded” should not be the goal. Striving for balance can force your teen to waste valuable time and … Read more

How might overprotecting my child hinder their development?

Overprotecting your child can hinder their development by limiting their ability to build independence, problem-solving skills, and resilience. When children … Read more

Why is it important for my child to learn from both successes and failures?

Learning from successes and failures provides invaluable life lessons, building resilience and encouraging a growth mindset that views challenges as … Read more

How can sarcasm negatively affect my relationship with my child?

The momentary satisfaction you gain through sarcasm will be outweighed by the price you pay through the loss of loyalty. … Read more

How do perfectionists balance values and personal sacrifice?

Stop protecting your child and give them a chance to manage something that seems beyond them. Download all the parenting … Read more

How do I balance providing for my child’s needs versus wants?

As parents we want to give our kids everything we thought we should have had. But we need to hold … Read more

How can small, unexpected acts of kindness impact my relationship with my teen?

Small gifts can communicate what words cannot. Do not try to buy love, but practice doing nice things when they … Read more

What’s the best way to respond when I suspect my teen is lying?

No matter how practiced and skilled, when your teen lies, they will get defensive and grumpy. Check-up on their story … Read more