The primary task for us as parents is to raise responsible and competent adult human beings. Losing sight of this job is a disservice to us and our children. In failing to teach kids responsibility, we communicate to our child that we don't think he or she is smart enough or capable enough to do an age-appropriate task. This robs them of the opportunity to do real work and … [Read more...] about Tips For Teaching Kids Responsibility
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Quotes About Adventure And Love
Everybody desires and seeks adventure, the thrill of a something new. However, most of us don't visualize the same image as the person next to us when we hear the word "adventure." We each have a unique perspective of the world and what adventure means to us. There are many different ways to look at adventure. Here are some of the best quotes about adventure and love that … [Read more...] about Quotes About Adventure And Love
Why Have Kids Write A Letter Of Apology For Bad Behaviour
We are all human and we all make mistakes. An important life lesson is learning to recognize our mistakes and apologize for them. This shows that we are capable of self-reflection, empathy, and learning from our errors. On occasion, this can be a hard lesson for even us adults. It is important to teach your kids to say, "I'm sorry", and mean it. … [Read more...] about Why Have Kids Write A Letter Of Apology For Bad Behaviour
Raising Kids in a RACE Conscious World
This post was originally published in October of 2016 but it rings especially true today, in face of the protests that are taking place against police violence. Black Lives Matter. There should be justice and racial equality. Reform is needed to bring this about. Racism is wrong. We all need to be anti racist. I hope Veronika Obeng's words about raising kids in a race … [Read more...] about Raising Kids in a RACE Conscious World
Caring For Elderly Parents And Avoiding Caregiver Burnout
There are many people who are part of "the sandwich generation." You know, stuck in the middle of caring for kids under 18, and caring for elderly parents at the same time. For most, that is a recipe for caregiver burnout or at least tons of stress. While we may love our children and our parents more than anything else in the world, being a primary caregiver for both at the … [Read more...] about Caring For Elderly Parents And Avoiding Caregiver Burnout
15 Handy Suggestions To Reduce Stress Now
Many people have a tendency to get overwhelmed and stressed. This stress occurs for a variety of reasons (circumstances, personality, pressure, etc.) Sometimes it can be almost impossible to get rid of stress. Fortunately, there are certain activities and choices that reduce stress and promote a healthier lifestyle. The following fifteen suggestions are great ways to reduce … [Read more...] about 15 Handy Suggestions To Reduce Stress Now
Parenting In Modern Times: Overcoming Fear and Uncertainty
It is amazing how fast things are changing. There were no TVs when my grandmother was little and now we all carry screens in our pockets. According to Bloomberg Opinion, "The pace of innovation and disruption is accelerating." In the last 20 years we have seen a huge acceleration in the melting of the ice sheets. Greenland's mass variation is 286.0 Gigatonnes per year … [Read more...] about Parenting In Modern Times: Overcoming Fear and Uncertainty