We preach the value of honesty to our children, and we espouse honesty as one of the most valued goals of society; yet most people lie every day. One study found that most people lie at least once a day and some as often as two to three times every 10 minutes. We have an ambivalent […]
Help Your Child Develop Healthy Ambitions
On America’s Got Talent last night an energetic young lady commanded the stage. Full of enthusiasm, this talented 8-year old exuded self-confidence and charisma as she sang and danced across the stage in front of a cheering audience. After her performance, one judge gently suggested that while she showed a lot of stage presence, singing […]
Put the Chill on Heat Wave Anger
When the temperature rises, tempers flare. It doesn’t take long in 90-degree heat for small irritations to ignite into angry rants. The frequency and volume of childish squabbles escalates. Frustrated parents lose their cool and yell at their kids. Spousal bickering escalates to angry arguments. When it’s hot outside, everyone gets more than a little […]