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Character training: Compassion
I debated finding a guest to write this post on compassion, since it hasn’t always been my strong suit. However, the point of my character training posts are not that we are perfect – by any means –...
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How to develop realistic levels of self-control in your children so they will...
I’m continuing my Character Training series today on building self-control. Next week I will talk about why self-control is so important so stay tuned. For more posts on character (including...
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How to grow self-confidence in your children by teaching them perseverance
Today I want to continue my character series by talking about perseverance. Namely, how to teach perseverance to our children and why it shouldn’t be viewed as a dictatorial mother making endless...
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How to raise a wise child
Wisdom is at the heart of being able to live life that enables you to serve God, others, and remain as healthy and functional as possible in this broken world. Proverbs 1:1-6 says… “The proverbs of...
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Communicating gratitude without saying “thanks”
One of my biggest parenting goals is to raise children of good strong character. Kids who are willing to stand up for what’s right, for those who are low, and who don’t shy away from life’s...
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A Simple Way to Help your Children be Comfortable Answering Questions and...
I noticed that my children weren’t always so comfortable answering adults’ questions or thinking on their feet. Here’s a simple way to change that. “So, how old are you?” Silence… “What’s your little...
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How to Stop Your Children From Blame Shifting and Start Taking Responsibility...
“It wasn’t my fault” and “he made me do it” are phrases kids like to put on repeat. A parent’s job is to help children learn to take responsibility for their actions, both because it’s right and...
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A Crucial Conversation to Have Before Kids Open Their Presents
The holidays are upon us and it can be a stressful time. Calm mamas become stressed mamas. Even so, there is one crucial conversation we must have with our kids before the big day. Ralphie: I want a...
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How to raise a wise child
Wisdom is at the heart of being able to live life that enables you to serve God, others, and remain as healthy and functional as possible in this broken world. Proverbs 1:1-6 says… “The proverbs of...
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Communicating gratitude without saying “thanks”
One of my biggest parenting goals is to raise children of good strong character. Kids who are willing to stand up for what’s right, for those who are low, and who don’t shy away from life’s...
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A Simple Way to Help your Children be Comfortable Answering Questions and...
I noticed that my children weren’t always so comfortable answering adults’ questions or thinking on their feet. Here’s a simple way to change that. “So, how old are you?” Silence… “What’s your little...
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How to Stop Your Children From Blame Shifting and Start Taking Responsibility...
“It wasn’t my fault” and “he made me do it” are phrases kids like to put on repeat. A parent’s job is to help children learn to take responsibility for their actions, both because it’s right and...
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A Crucial Conversation to Have Before Kids Open Their Presents
The holidays are upon us and it can be a stressful time. Calm mamas become stressed mamas. Even so, there is one crucial conversation we must have with our kids before the big day. Ralphie: I want a...
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A Surprising Habit That Helps Raise Honest Kids — That You Probably Aren’t Doing
Here is one habit that’ll hopefully help you raise honest kids, and it probably isn’t something you’ve thought of! My daughters’ comment really shook me up. The kids asked if they could have some...
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Communicating gratitude without saying “thanks”
One of my biggest parenting goals is to raise children of good strong character. Kids who are willing to stand up for what’s right, for those who are low, and who don’t shy away from life’s...
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A Simple Way to Help your Children be Comfortable Answering Questions and...
I noticed that my children weren’t always so comfortable answering adults’ questions or thinking on their feet. Here’s a simple way to change that. “So, how old are you?” Silence… “What’s your little...
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How to Stop Your Children From Blame Shifting and Start Taking Responsibility...
“It wasn’t my fault” and “he made me do it” are phrases kids like to put on repeat. A parent’s job is to help children learn to take responsibility for their actions, both because it’s right and...
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A Crucial Conversation to Have Before Kids Open Their Presents
The holidays are upon us and it can be a stressful time. Calm mamas become stressed mamas. Even so, there is one crucial conversation we must have with our kids before the big day. Ralphie: I want a...
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Communicating gratitude without saying “thanks”
One of my biggest parenting goals is to raise children of good strong character. Kids who are willing to stand up for what’s right, for those who are low, and who don’t shy away from life’s...
View ArticleClik here to view.
A Simple Way to Help your Children be Comfortable Answering Questions and...
I noticed that my children weren’t always so comfortable answering adults’ questions or thinking on their feet. Here’s a simple way to change that. “So, how old are you?” Silence… “What’s your little...
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