Family bonding is very important to a child's self-esteem. It shows him that he is important to you, and is a crucial part of feeling unconditionally loved. Family bonding is even more important as your child grows older. As he is exposed to peer pressure and pressure to perform in school, he needs to know that there is one place where he can feel safe, accepted, and 100% … [Read more...] about 5 Family Bonding Activities that Teach Values
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How to Teach Kids to be Tactful
We're often told to respect our child's individuality and encourage self-expression, because of its role in self-esteem. But kids also need to know that there's a time and a place to say certain things. For example, they can't just blurt out, 'This party is boring!' or tell off a teacher because they don't agree with what she says. Tact, diplomacy and politeness are all … [Read more...] about How to Teach Kids to be Tactful
How to Teach your Child Values
When our kids were toddlers, our rules were a bit more straightforward: 'don't eat with your mouth full' or 'put away your toys.' But as they grow older parents face the tougher task of teaching values. How do we explain things like respect, honesty, or work ethic? Teaching values is a crucial parenting skill, possibly the most important one of all. We are shaping our … [Read more...] about How to Teach your Child Values
8 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married
You love him, he loves you—but before you tie the knot, you need to know a lot more than that. Marriage is a very important decision, and it's crucial that couples sit down and have a heart-to-heart discussion. How much do you really know about each other? Are your values aligned? Are your expectations clear? This may contradict the belief that 'all you need is love,' a … [Read more...] about 8 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married
7 Tips for Raising Respectful Kids
Has your child ever rolled his eyes while you were talking? Or shrugged his shoulders and said, 'I know, know… yadda yadda yadda.' Do you sometimes feel that they're too 'casual' with you, and talk to you more like you're a friend than a parent? Many of grew up with—and rebelled against—the rule, 'Children should be seen and not heard.' We vowed to cultivate a healthy, open … [Read more...] about 7 Tips for Raising Respectful Kids