So many people are deep in debt and low in savings. A recent study by Bankrate.com reported by CBS News found that nearly 30% of Americans report having more credit card debt than emergency savings. Why? One reason is that many people were never taught how to handle their money. Maybe it’s time to break the cycle and teach our kids the importance of managing money well. Here are 7 tips for teaching kids about...
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Over the years, my wife, Susan has taught me how to maintain a great relationship with each of our children. Here are a few lessons I’ve learned. First, don’t take it personally. When my daughters became teens, I didn’t understand…“Why doesn’t she want to hold my hand?” “Why would she rather go to the mall than go bike riding with me?” Susan told me, “Don’t take it personally, and don’t try to force anything…give...
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As your daughter grows up, she’ll develop relationships with young men. But the one man she should be able to count on to always be there for her is you: her Dad. You play a huge role in your daughter’s journey from a little girl to a young lady. And on that journey, here are 7 things your daughter needs from you. First, she needs you to be involved. Ask her about her day, join her in her hobbies, and become a...
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When our kids are young, we map out in our minds what we want for them. We want them to be successful in school, in work, and in relationships. But many unexpected things will occur in their lives. Our kids will fail, face rejection, get sick, and make poor choices. A key to parenting is to expect the unexpected when raising your kids. Here are 3 reasons why. First, it helps you avoid overreacting. Expecting...
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We all know that boys are very different from girls. Generally speaking, boys are rougher, louder, and less attentive. So how can you raise your boy to be a responsible man? Here are 7 principles for raising sons well. First, channel their energy. Rather than try to get rid of your son’s energy, channel it into something productive like sports, arts, or other activities with friends. Second, protect their...
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In life, we tend to overthink so many situations. But by the time we study, observe, and contemplate the issue, it’s already passed or gotten worse. Sometimes, the best thing to do is nip it in the bud and deal with issues right when they arise. This is where life hacks come in handy. Life hacks are short cuts that make life easier. So when life gets stressful, here are some Life Hacks for you Dads. First,...
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Once when my wife and I were about to go out, my daughter said, “But Mom, I want you to stay here!” My wife replied, “No honey. I’m going on a date with Daddy.” Wow, I felt like a million bucks. My wife was protecting her time with me and making us a priority. Our kids need to know how much we love them…that they are a priority to us as well…but, that they are not the center of the universe. If they think they...
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