Posts Tagged ‘Respectful Parenting’
The 4 best resilience-building strategies for children and adults
Some people seem to bounce back from hard times effortlessly, while others struggle for years. What makes the difference? Research reveals four key factors that build resilience and they work for both children and adults.
Read Full PostWhen a crying child is a sign of good parenting
When my daughter melted down over a broken toy in the preschool parking lot, other parents might have thought I was failing. But sometimes a crying child means you’re doing something exactly right.
Read Full PostThe respectful parent’s guide to surviving the holidays
Holiday gatherings with family can quickly turn from magical to meltdown-inducing. But with some thoughtful preparation and smart boundary-setting, you can actually survive them with your sanity intact.
Read Full PostHow (and why!) to set family goals
Ninety-one percent of Americans say family is the most important thing in their lives, yet none of our New Year’s resolutions focus on family. Research shows that setting family goals actually changes children’s outcomes.
Read Full PostQ&A: How to stop using rewards to gain your child’s compliance (and what to do instead)
“Good job!” sounds harmless, but research shows praise actually reduces your child’s motivation to help, share, and cooperate. Here’s what the research reveals about praise.
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