Phony compliments don’t help build a child’s self-esteem. The fact is that they undermine a child’s confidence. Children see through people who are not honest. The message that you give with insincere praise is that you can’t find anything to really praise. When that happens, it tells a child that he or she does not…
Hopefully, you are seen as a trusted adult by the children in your life. That means that they consider you to be a safe haven. They are confident that they can safely share their concerns and secrets with you. How you handle the those conversations can make a huge difference in their lives. They need…
The answers to these questions will tell all. After you answer the questions, ask your kids for their input. Do you listen or just talk to your kids? Do you know how to listen…really listen? Do you have conversations with your kids about important stuff just because? How much do you and your kids laugh?…
If you could give your child anything, what would it be? Would it be fame, wealth, love, intelligence, security, education or something different? This is such an important question because the answer that you give will dictate much of your child’s future. Why? The answer is not easily understood when your child is young. It…
This post is directed to those of you who are teachers. As we all feel the sadness about the death of Steve Jobs, his story can offer all of us so much insight not just about computers and bullying but about learning and teachers. Steve Jobs’ mother said about her son that he didn’t care…
If you are a regular here, you've already met Rugby Jones. He's a dog who was paralyzed and had the will and courage to overcome his situation.
He is now famous in storybook and plush toy. We recently became Twitter friends with Rugby and are helping each other spread his message of hope, courage, and love to young and old alike.
We got this note from Rugby's mistress, Claudia just before the holidays. I wanted to share. It's the smile you have been hoping for today:
