Tip of the Week March 25 – 31, 2019
One simple way to prevent those pre school power struggles’ is to distract your young child, preferably before it starts to escalate.
Tip of the Week March 18 – 25, 2019
Help your teenager build healthy self-esteem by noticing what they do well and focusing on that rather than their mistakes. Be sure to give them credit for their efforts towards their goals.
Tip of the Week March 11 – 17, 2019
Busy with the kids and feeling overwhelmed? Set the timer and try doing a “Ten Minute Self-Care Activity” such as a walk around the block, a hot shower or bubble bath or a quiet mediation – whatever works for you and helps you rejuvenate yourself.
Tip of the Week March 4 – 10, 2019
If you want your child to respect you, speak and act respectfully to your child. Children learn to be respectful by mimicking and learning from their parents.
Tip of the Week February 25 – March 3, 2019
Are you a single parent? Take time for your self-care, even if this means just ten minutes a day.
Tip of the Week February 18 – 24, 2019
Start a new Family Fun Activity or Tradition today on Family Day. Host a Family Meeting to discuss what everyone would like to do, decide together and then do it! Continue having Family Meetings on a regular basis.
Tip of the Week February 11 – 17, 2019
Help your child learn the life skill of problem solving by helping him or her see their choices and the possible consequences of each one.
Tip of the Week February 4 – 10, 2019
“Courage is found in one who can make a mistake and fail without feeling lowered in self-esteem.” – Rudolf Dreikurs Have the courage to be imperfect!
Tip of the Week January 29 – February 3, 2019
Want to help your child build healthy self-esteem? Focus on their efforts rather than their accomplishments.
Tip of the Week January 21 – 28, 2019
Encourage your preschooler by creating opportunities for creative play and let them take the lead. I.e.: “What could we make with this cardboard box? Where shall we draw and cut out the door? What colour would you like the window? Shall I cut it out as a circle or a square?” Etc.…