June 11, 2019
Don’t Let Summer Just Happen
Most of us, from young children to senior citizens, look forward to the opportunities of summer. While we may complain some days about the heat and humidity, the warmer weather and slower pace offers a chance to relax, to take advantage of more outdoor activities and perhaps to even enjoy a well-earned vacation. But sometimes […]
March 25, 2019
Learning To Let Your Children Make Mistakes
What parent doesn’t want to protect their children, to see them safe, healthy and happy? Such concerns are part of our DNA, inherited from our cave-dwelling ancestors and their dangerous world. While today’s kids don’t need protection from saber-toothed tigers, there are still numerous ways for children to make mistakes. As parents, we need to […]
August 14, 2017
Why Parent-Teen Communications Often Fall Short
As a parent, you want to be there for your teenager. You try to learn what’s happening in his or her life and try to help with problems or uncertainties he or she may be facing. But despite your best efforts, most of the time you are rebuffed. Responses ranging from stony silence to outright […]
