Much is wrong in the world, but we shouldn’t overlook the progress made on issues. A balanced worldview gives children context to make good judgments.
Parent Wrestles with His Discipline ‘Finishing Move’
What is the hardest part of parenting? For many, the answer is smack-down clear: discipline. Why? In part because we […]
Curiosity: Parents Need to Nurture It in Today’s Wired Children
In the culture of today that is increasingly dominated by technology, parents should welcome a child’s questions to spark greater curiosity.
Selfie Culture: Combat it in Kids Through Volunteer Work
Volunteer work can help teens develop empathy and resist the self-absorption culture brought on by cell phones and social media.
College Drop-Off of Firstborn Leaves Parents Wondering, Worrying
It’s common for parents’ lives to feel unsettled when their first child heads to college. But the metaphor of child-as-pioneer can help ease the grief.
Sibling Rivalry Overcome with a Future Gift from Your Children’s Past
A favorite family artifact or art project from childhood can help brothers and sisters stay close during heat of sibling rivalry.