The Self Esteem Scam
Maybe I’m too grumpy to write this right now but most of you have been with me for a long […]
Parent
Four Foundations
Room Service or Broom Service?
How can you get some help around the house without adding “nag kids about chores” to your already full to-do list? And, is it a good idea?
Fun & Inspiration
I Want to Succeed But…
Successful people keep failing until they find out what works…. then they do more of it!
Fun & Inspiration
Support and Inspiration
But feelings aren’t facts. They can be a valuable source of information. And sometimes we need help to translate our feelings in a way that is useful to us.
Four Foundations
Creative Chores? 8 Questions to Consider
Do your kids feel like competent, contributing members of the family? Or are they going to head off to college waiting for the Laundry Fairy to visit the dorm to re-fill their dresser drawers? 8 questions about your approach to family chores may help you think differently about our kids and the work they do at home.
Parenting
What Good Are Youth Sports?
Youth sports can be a nightmare. Or they can be a good place to practice important life skills such as teamwork, cooperation and competition.