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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My wife, Susan, and I know it’s really important to be on the same team, especially when it comes to raising our kids. But it’s one of those things that’s easier said than done. I’ll confess; we haven’t always been good teammates. But we’re always working on it. You see, even if you and your spouse have already sat down and agreed on things like where your kids will go to school, what kind of movies they can...
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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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Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Your actions speak so loudly that I can’t hear your words.” Kids learn more from watching how we live our lives than how we tell them to live theirs. And your kids are watching you in so many ways. Here are 10 Ways your kids are watching you. First, your language. They see how you speak to others. Do you use kind words when you talk to your spouse? Do you cuss at others who cut...
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If you are a parent, at some point, the answer has probably been a resounding “Yes”! But, all back talking is not the same. Identifying the type can often lead to the solution. There are four kinds of back talkers. First, the impulsive back talker. This is the child who blurts out whatever they think without considering the consequences. The solution? Tell them to pause, count to five and say the words in...
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