Yesterday, I gave you three ways to motivate your child. Here are the final four. Fourth, give your child a “carrot”…a reward such as money for A’s or B’s. Fifth, be a cheerleader. Children need affirmation…cheer them on…“good shot,” “way to go.” Sixth, dream with your child. Ignite her dream of being a musician. Take her to see an orchestra. Seventh, help your child set and own goals. If your child owns...
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Recently, my daughters surprised me with something very unexpected…a new wardrobe! They told me to toss out my old cargo shorts and replace them with new clothes that would keep them from being embarrassed in public. We all laughed at my out of style clothes and I’m glad I took their advice to get rid of those old ones. But it got me thinking about other ways I can take advice from my kids. Could they help me...
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If you are a parent, your child makes excuses. Here’s a few excuses and what you can do. First, “I’m not smart enough”. When a child feels like an underachiever compared to their peers, they won’t even try. Help them discover their own strengths. Talk through any insecurities they may have. Second, “I’m scared.” Don’t let your child be afraid to take risks. Teach them to prepare. . . then go for it. ...
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Author C.S. Lewis said “Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” Integrity is not just something you do in your life, it’s something you believe in your heart. It’s your internal GPS that always points to true north…that always prompts you to speak the truth and live out the truth. Your kids learn more from what’s caught than taught. So if you want to teach your children about...
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All mothers and fathers want their children to honor them…to look up to them and hold them in high esteem. But parents who want to be honored by their kids must first honor their children. It’s amazing the way some parents dishonor their sons and daughters. I’ve seen mothers and fathers publicly belittle their kids with remarks like, “You are so stupid.” Or, “Can’t you do anything right?” I’ve seen how fathers...
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Our kids are constantly evaluated on their abilities at school, in sports, in the arts and even at home. But what about you? What grade would your kids give you as a parent? Well, here’s a way to make an A every time. Remember the 6 A’s of parenting. First is Affirmation. When your children are sharing their feelings or opinions, they want you to listen to them, identify with them and affirm them. Second is...
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No, this is not the dating game. . .but, who your child marries will affect them for the rest of their life – for better or for worse. Here are some tips to help them make a wise choice. First, decide with your heart. . .and your head. The butterflies in the stomach may or may not last – so what are they like as a person? Honest? Dependable? Kind? Let your child know it is important to see beyond the cuteness...
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