School Conversations with Kids

by | Nov 15, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience

School Conversations with Kids Would you say yes or no to this statement:  I talk with my child about school, help with schoolwork, and attend school events.  As a former school administrator, I noticed that parents seldom speak with their kids about school.  They...

Serious Conversations

by | Nov 13, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience

Serious Conversations I have been writing about having serious conversations with your young person frequently.  It is equally important that kids have three or more adults to go to for help and have serious discussions with them.  Having serious conversations with...

Take Time to Talk Seriously With Child

by | Nov 11, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience

Take Time to Talk Seriously With Child Do you frequently take time to talk seriously with your child?  Talking seriously with your young person has great value in helping them hold the image of their life.  It helps them to remember how the struggles, difficulties,...

The Magic Four

by | Oct 28, 2019 | Encouragement, Personal Improvement

The Magic Four What does it take for us to get things going and keep them going?  I mean, there is so much written on motivation, inspiration, and rejuvenation; how do we condense it all down?  I believe that it comes down to the Magic Four.  If you keep them fresh in...