“People pleasers” are perfect examples of individuals who don’t know where setting boundaries begins and where they leave off or end. They say “yes” to every request, even if they know they are double or triple scheduled. They are also...
Potatoes grow outside, at least the ones I like for my mashed potatoes. The potatoes I am talking about are the “couch potatoes.” If we are not one ourselves, we probably know someone who is. Unfortunately, it’s a growing trend in the United States....
As parents, you motivate your child two ways, and it simply boils down to whether we motivate by fear or by love. It is critical to have open, two-way communication. Open communication enhances your relationship with your child. What motivates you? Is it more...
Let’s Talk: When it comes to the relationship of communication with our children, I’m sure there’s specific situations that come to each of our minds. When communication is lacking, learning to be patient and build that trait isn’t always easy....
Enable or empower are two words that evoke a specific strength and meaning. Within parenting, we must be very mindful of this. One tends to bring about negative reinforcement, a sense of entitlement. The other brings a more positive that promotes self-reliance and...
