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- A Dysfunctionally Functioning Family - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Sarah RuizI know I am not alone when I say that I have a dysfunctionally functioning family. Based on all the research I have done, and people I have spoken to, it is more common to have a dysfunctionally functional family rather than one that is “healthy.” When speaking to most people they were ...
Views: 3128(2 votes) - If you were told you only had a few months to live, how would your kids remember you? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Kelly MarquetI know this may spark an issue with a few of you out there, but I continue to see this over and over in my business, Working Moms and lost kids. I strongly feel the American family is broken. We have more kids in trouble at ridiculously early ages. Screaming for attention? Screaming to be heard? ...
Views: 3116(5 votes) - Managing and Accepting Anger in Ourselves and in Our Children - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Matt CasperAnger seems to be one of the primary emotions with which most people consistently struggle. Anger can be an extremely SCARY emotion for an individual to feel…it is powerful and therefore difficult for people to HOLD. “Holding” in the psychological sense means the ability to tolerate an emotion ...
Views: 3115(1 vote) - Everyone Bleeds Red - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Womens Recreation, Inc.As your walking around a crowded busy street, stop and take a look around. Every single person has at least one thing in common; everyone, no matter what sex, age, race, or what your belief system might be. The common link, the common tie, the common factor is the color of blood. The color of ...
Views: 3078(6 votes) - Your Children are on Their Own Soul's Journey - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2005 from Margaret PaulIn a phone session with Gerald, one of my clients, he expressed to me that he was feeling very sad about his son, Luc. Luc, 29 years old, was not doing much with his life, and Gerald was berating himself for how he had parented Luc. “I should have spent more time with him. I should have ...
Views: 3066 - Time Management Tips for Kids - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Marc KornWhat can I do today to be better prepared ? Whether you are a student in Middle School, High School or College, you need good Time Management skills to succeed. If you have solid skills and you start at a young age, you will be well served as you become older and enter the work force. Start ...
Views: 3051 - Establishing Rules For Your Children - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Greg BakerLearn how to properly establish rules for your children. Done right, you can avoid anger and resentment when you are forced to enforce your rules. Done right, your children won't fight your discipline. One of the methods that I use with my own children is contained in this article. Setting ...
Views: 3036(3 votes) - Spirituality - The Uneducated Parents Who Killed Their Child's Dreams ! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Vish WriterChildren are God's greatest gifts to the world. It surprises me when adults try to teach children how to grow up and yet most of the children when they grow up they have learnt nothing about life. The reason is simple. Parents themselves know nothing about life other than opening bank accounts, ...
Views: 3036 - Loving Yourself, Loving Your Children - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2006 from Margaret PaulThink about this for a moment: Is it really possible to love your children without loving yourself, or to love yourself without loving your children? The answer is no. If you are ignoring yourself to take care of your children, this is not loving to your children or to yourself. While being ...
Views: 3033(2 votes) - The National Organization of Women vs. Parental Alienation: THE STRANGE PARALLEL - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Les LinetPARENTAL ALIENATION is real. If you're on the receiving end...you know it. For most everyone else,...it's invisible. ..... TheBondedFamily ...
Views: 3033(4 votes) - Narcissistic Parents - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Sam VakninQuestion: What are the effects that narcissistic parents have on their offspring? Answer: At the risk of over-simplification: narcissism tends to breed narcissism - but only a minority of the children of narcissistic parents become narcissists. This may be due to a genetic predisposition or ...
Views: 3030 - Managing Parental Expectations - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2011 from Caron GoodeOne of the most challenging aspects of being a mom is managing the expectations of yourself and others. Motherhood is a world of compromise, flexibility and negotiations. It’s a balancing act between doing what you want to do and doing what you have to do. One of the most practical ways that ...
Views: 3029 - Duties of the Father of the Bride (Part I of IV-The Announcement) - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from PROF. HOWARD EDWARD HALLERDuties of the Father of the Bride (Part I of IV-The Announcement) From my observations and experiences of the duties of the Father of the Bride, one of my favorite poems comes to mind "IF" … “If you can keep your head when all about you Are losing theirs and blaming it on ...
Views: 3026(89 votes) - The Advantages of Surrogacy - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Dandy RockwellThere are many issues that continue to surround the process of surrogacy. In some countries and states this process is not acceptable. Religious countries still continue to question its legality and simply could not accept the facts that this is something that could help intended parents have a ...
Views: 3023 - 11 Tips for Back-to-School Success! - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Toni SchuttaMany parents dread the end of summer. Kids are reluctant to get back into the routine of early mornings, structured days and the homework that school brings. Many parents are also reluctant to get back into the routine of early mornings, structured days and homework! Whether your child is ...
Views: 3010(6 votes) - Kids101: Is Playing outside unsupervised safe? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Aidan MitchelNowadays, with more and more children involved in accidents and traumatic injuries or life-threatening incidents, parents are wondering if is it safe to let the kids play outside without supervision. Even authorities are worried of children doing unsupervised outdoor plays, as posted by a ...
Views: 3010 - History of Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers (Part II of Two) - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Rosanna HallerHistory of Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers (Part II of Two) Part I of this article shared the early history in the United States of bot Wedding Cake Toppings and Wedding Cake Toppers. In the early 1900’s wedding cake toppers or wedding cake toppings were made from glass, ...
Views: 3004(80 votes) - How to Write Baby Shower Invitations - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Bernadette SaievaA baby shower is a much looked forward to occasion in an expecting mother's pregnancy. Invites to get a baby shower reflect the exceptional theme of your party, inform guests if it truly is a boy or possibly a girl, and not surprisingly give the details about the time and venue of your party. ...
Views: 3004 - Stepmoms: Act As If You Are Mom - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Lisa Perry“You’re not my mom!” Have you ever heard that one?? While my kids may not have said those words exactly, the message was there in other things they said or in ways they acted. When my husband, Tom and I first married, we were really conscientious of reinforcing with them that I was not ...
Views: 2968 - Education of the Future following the example of Finland - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2020 from Nataša PantovićSuccess Skills and Future of Learning ‘You may give them your love but not your thoughts, For they have their own thoughts. You may house their bodies but not their souls, For their souls dwell in the house of tomorrow, which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams. You may ...
Views: 2963(2 votes) - Child Daycare Dos and Don'ts - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Alicia BowyerWhen deciding on different forms of child daycare, there are many important things to consider. I struggled for quite awhile with my daycare decision when I went back to work after my first child but settled on a daycare center. I like the laws that the government has in place that public ...
Views: 2958(1 vote) - How To Raise Your Child's Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2007 from Denny StreckerBeware! There is a thief near you! And that thief is not after your money or your VCR. This thief is after something far more valuable. The thief is after the Self-Esteem of your most precious possession...your child. My friends, we live in a largely negative world. And, unless you are ...
Views: 2958 - Double Stroller Buying Guide - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2018 from Kalyna KapurIf you have a baby and a toddler, you will certainly love double strollers. You may even regard them as the best invention on earth. Double strollers are godsend for many parents. But, not every double stroller on the marketplace offers all the features you need. So, you got to do your research ...
Views: 2954(1 vote) - A Deeper Look at Mariska Hargitay’s Five Life Principles - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainThe Magazine was Published in the Fall of 2010. I Reviewed the Article in the Fall of 2010. My “Good Housekeeping” magazine came the other day and I’ve finally had time to sit down and go through it. It’s a magazine with a long, great history and it has done well evolving through its ...
Views: 2946(1 vote) - Back To School Bully Defense - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2007 from Denny StreckerBully Defense on the Bus Tip 1: Sit near the front of the bus! Sitting close to the driver will make bullies and teasers think twice before acting for fear of getting caught. Tip 2: Don't stay silent! Unless you feel that another kid will physically attack you if you speak up, remaining ...
Views: 2946(1 vote) - The Lost Children: When Behavior Problems Traumatize Siblings - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from James LehmanQ: What do the other children in the family experience when they have a brother or sister who’s hostile or acts out chronically? James: It’s traumatizing when something hurtful happens to you, and you can’t control it, you can’t stop it, you can’t predict how hurtful it’s going to be, and ...
Views: 2941(2 votes) - Abusive Parents: Why Do Some Parents Abuse Their Children? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperAbusive parenting if often something that goes on covertly in our society. To the outsider it might not even be noticed. With how a family or parent presents themselves to the outside world being the complete opposite of how they our behind closed doors. These people can hold positions of ...
Views: 2939(3 votes) - Allowing Your Child To Learn from Mistakes: Are You An Enabler? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Lianda LudwigParents want to help and protect their child, but sometimes the best help is by allowing them to learn from their mistakes. Helping your child to understand that there are natural consequences to their choices is a way to prepare them for the future. Asking them how they will handle the ...
Views: 2939 - How to Spend an Incredible Summer With Your Kids - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtWith school out, parents either feel two things. 1)"Wow, I can't wait to spend more time with my kids!" or 2)"Oh, boy, here we go. How will we fill their time?" Parents who work outside the home have no choice but to send their kids to camps or daycares during the day, but stay-at-home moms or ...
Views: 2937(5 votes) - But, You Don't Know My Ex! - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jill DarceyThis is one of the most common comments heard when talking with people about an Ex. Those of us who are parents and inside a Complex Family often have an Ex, and we normally believe it is near impossible to get on with them. Let's face it, it didn't work when we were married or partners, so why ...
Views: 2935(4 votes) - A Consistent Parenting Style - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Helen WilliamsI believe a parenting style that is consistent creates calm parents and well adjusted children, the perfect ingredients of a happy family. As a parent educator and family counselor with many years experience in observing behavioral problems, it is apparent to me that many parents who struggle ...
Views: 2932 - Duties of the Father of the Bride (Part III of IV-6 Weeks before the Wedding) - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from PROF. HOWARD EDWARD HALLERDuties of the Father of the Bride (Part III of IV-6 Weeks before the Wedding) The traditional duties of the Father of the Bride during the six weeks before the Wedding Day and up to the actual Wedding Day include: 1. Maintain a calm and loving tone in his home, in spite of tension, chaos, ...
Views: 2931(89 votes) - Thumbsucking, Hair-Twirling And Other Comfort Habits - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2007 from Colleen LangenfeldDo you have a thumbsucking child? A hair-twirler? Or has your sweet little one picked up a different comfort habit altogether? Are you fine with this? Or is it driving you crazy? More importantly, should you ignore their habit or should you take action? All four of my children sucked their ...
Views: 2930 - Quick, Easy and Healthy Packable Lunches - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comWith school starting, moms are looking for anything new to pack in their kids lunches. PB&J gets old, fast. Here are some suggestions that will make your child the envy of the cafeteria! Turkey Wrap Take a whole wheat soft tortilla, line it with honey turkey and Colby/jack cheese. You can ...
Views: 2928(3 votes) - The Search For Stimulation: Understanding Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Les LinetHow to Understand Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder I had just completed my evaluation of 11 year-old Timmy. His parents had brought him to me because of behavior problems and the teacher's complaint that he was "underachieving" in school. Timmy, I explained, has attention deficit ...
Views: 2923(8 votes) - Teach Reading, Writing & Arithmetic the Old-Fashioned Way - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Jennifer PowellIf you are struggling to find fun, educational resources for your child and/or students then visit a new innovative website which provides interactive, hands-on fun ’inside the box’ at the click of a button. Fat Cat Phonics is a specially designed teaching tool created to help young children ...
Views: 2920(1 vote) - Troubled Teen Warning Signs - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Mark GregstonBased on my 30 years of experience of working with troubled teenagers, I've compiled this list of warning signs that a parent should for indicating that the teen needs professional help. 1. Your teen refuses to abide by anything you say or request, and his or her resulting behaviors put your ...
Views: 2920 - Developing Good Mental Health in Girls - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Rachelle SalingerAs parents of young girls, we are in a unique position of influence to help them build the confidence it takes to be the best that they can be. After all, they will not stay in their frilly dresses and dainty hair accessories forever. One day they will be real women in a real world. ...
Views: 2918(4 votes) - How to Choose a Wedding Cake Design-A Guide for Brides - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Rosanna HallerHow to Choose a Wedding Cake Design How do you describe your dream cake to your decorator when you don’t know the lingo? Read on for an overview of commonly used wedding cake decorating techniques and embellishments. Knowing what’s out there can help you to choose your ideal design when you ...
Views: 2918(82 votes) - Prevention: An acclaimed anti-smoking / anti tobacco motivational talk for youth in grades 6 - 12 - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Patrick ReynoldsThe Truth About Tobacco A live motivational assembly program for schools, for youth in grades 6-12 Also avialable in the educational video The Truth About Tobacco, 2011 Edition, Tobaccofree.org My father died from smoking I want to begin today with a little story. My parents ...
Views: 2913(3 votes) - Are Dress Up Games Safe For Girls? - by Submitted on May 01, 2009 from Vlad StivensonAny responsible parent would care about the safety of their children when they connect to the internet. They might wonder what is it that their daughters find so compelling about these websites with dress-up and flash games, and most importantly, if this is a safe activity for them. Safety ...
Views: 2909(4 votes) - Family Rules and Healthy Child Self Esteem - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Lori RadunWhen you reflect on your role as a mom, what objectives seem most important to you? Very few moms would disagree that it’s important to try and raise our children to be loving, happy and responsible adults. Although we all have different ideas on how we’re going to do that, there is a general ...
Views: 2905 - The Seven Powers for Self Control - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Ereline ClementsThe Seven Powers for Self Control Lesson 1: The Power of Perception No one can make you mad without your permission It really is true that no one can make you angry without your permission. We all like to believe that someone outside of ourselves is responsible for the way we respond in ...
Views: 2903 - How to Create a Father's Day Vision Board - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from JOYCE SCHWARZThis article will show you how to create in 5 easy steps a Father's Day Vision Board that really enhances your relationship with your father no matter what is happening in his or your life or even if he has passed on! Father's Day is coming up and for many fathers and sons it is a time of ...
Views: 2896(8 votes) - Dealing with Anger in Children and Teens, Part 1: Why Is My Child So Angry? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2010 from James LehmanHave you found yourself asking the question, “Why is my child always so angry at me?” Do you feel like your adolescent surrounds himself with a force field of anger and hostility? In part one of this frank Q&A, James Lehman explains the difference between hostility and anger—and tells you where ...
Views: 2887(5 votes) - Projection and Our Inner Self by Shahin Jedian - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2013 from shahin JedianIn life , in a relationship, in a work situation, we are constantly dealing with situations that can make us reactive, or trigger our instincts. When we experience a situation that starts to bother us or push our buttons. That situation is a default level of the universe that must show up and ...
Views: 2877(2 votes) - How To Prevent Aggression In Children - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Boon Kiat ChuaAggression in children is behavior that results in personal injury to another. This injury can either be psychological (in the form of verbal attacks) or physical. Usually the child tends to be impulsive, easily irritable, immature, inarticulate about feelings and has difficulty taking ...
Views: 2876 - Foods For A Baby With Diarrhea - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Christine AlburyOnce your doctor has discovered and dealt with the cause of your baby's diarrhea, there are certain foods you can offer that may help "bind" your baby as his delicate intestines recover -- and some other foods that you should definitely avoid! Remember - You should always discuss any episodes ...
Views: 2871 - "My Kid Will Never Change." When You've Hit a Wall with Your Child's Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from James LehmanHave you ever listened to parenting advice, all the while thinking, “That won’t work with my child—nothing does. He’s too difficult; no one can get through to him.” If you’ve ever felt this way, stop what you’re doing and read this article. We sat down and talked to James Lehman, who explains ...
Views: 2869(5 votes) - Visually Impaired Children And Dance - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2007 from Dzagbe CudjoeVisually impaired children may not have much experience of what their bodies can do. There can be delays in their physical development in the critical early years of childhood. They also often have deficits in physical and motor fitness. This can in turn lead to problems with balance and ...
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