For the last four Mondays I’ve talked about lies that can hurt your child. The 5th lie parents tell their children is, “Every child should go to college.” It’s true that every child has unique talents and abilities that should be discovered, praised, and nurtured. But that doesn’t mean college is the right choice for everyone.Is college a good idea for your teen? If your child has a passion and flair for...
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The tasks seem simple enough at first… submitting college applications, completing school projects, and maintaining your home. But somehow you find yourself scrambling and stressing at the last minute over situations that could have been avoided. Procrastination comes with a price. Here are some tips to keep you from paying dearly. Set up a calendar with college application deadlines. Stay on top of your child’s...
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In the NFL, any good coach will tell you it’s not the spectacular highlight-reel type things that make you a Super Bowl winner. It’s knowing and executing the fundamentals day in and day out. That’s how you win. That’s how you become great. In my new men’s study, All Pro Dad, you’ll learn that just as knowing and executing the fundamentals of football are the key to a player becoming a champion, knowing and...
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For the last few Mondays I’ve talked about lies that can hurt your child. The 4th lie parents tell their children is, “Everyone’s a winner.” As much as society may try to tell our children otherwise, the truth is that everybody is not a winner. Sure, everyone likes to win the game or get a trophy, but your kids need to know playing has value even when you don’t win. Defeat can motivate you to do better the...
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Author Leo Buscaglia once wrote about a four-year-old boy whose next-door neighbor was an elderly man who had recently lost his wife. One day, the little boy saw the man crying. So, he walked into the old gentleman’s yard, climbed onto his lap, and just sat there. When he came home, his mother asked him what he said to the man. The little boy said, “Nothing, I just helped him cry.” There are four things we need...
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The last two Monday’s I’ve talked about lies that can hurt your child. The 3rd lie parents tell their children is, “You can have it now.” The four-letter word no child wants to hear is, “Wait.” Let’s face it, neither do we. We live in a society of instant gratification…fast food, instant downloads, immediate access. Instant is good, right? Well, it’s convenient, but there is value in waiting too. But we...
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Do you acknowledge the times your teen takes out the trash or helps a sibling with homework? Or do you just let his efforts go unnoticed? Don't miss those chances to let your teen know he’s appreciated. Your gratitude will not only give him a sense of significance, but will also help reinforce good behavior. When you see your teen doing something right—whether it’s doing a chore with a good attitude or not...
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