In the movie, The Pursuit of Happyness, Will Smith plays a single father facing some tough stuff, along with his son. Yet, Smith’s character maintains his self-confidence. He is determined to create a better life for himself and his son. As a parent, it’s so important to have a strategy to build confidence in our kids in a world that constantly tells them they can’t. First, start by listening to your child. ...
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You might be the youngest child… or the oldest… or maybe you’re right in the middle. And, what about your children? Your oldest child may be a natural-born leader. Your middle child might be a good negotiator. And, yes, your “baby” is likely the entertainer of the family. You may even have a very mature “only” child at home. And, even though you can’t change the birth order of your kids, it’s still good to...
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If your teen is romantically involved, you should be involved in the process. Don’t ignore the situation and hope it will just run its course. Educate your teen about the importance of postponing intimacy until marriage, the dangers of date rape and sexually transmitted diseases, and the benefits of making wise decisions, even if those decisions aren’t always the popular choice. The best way to teach your teen...
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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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