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Are you raising a people-pleaser? Do you suffer from the "disease to please?" While it may seem easier to have a child who’s always agreeable, has a strong desire to be liked, and goes out of his [...]

Most people go through life living in a state of emotional childhood, blaming external circumstances for their feelings. When you combine kids who have no ability to manage their minds with [...]

Be honest. How often do you think thoughts like these? “This shouldn’t be happening.” “Nobody appreciates me.” “I have to do everything.” “My life is so hard.” Many people aren't even aware [...]

Most of us have been taught to believe that being busy is a good thing.  We think that being busy means we’re important, valuable, successful, and productive. But what if that isn't [...]

"Every day, you tell yourself there are so many things you have to get done, but did you know there’s nothing you actually *have* to do?"

"Your child appears to have moved on and forgotten all about an incident, and you're still smoldering like a volcano..."

"By having a basic understanding of child development, you can better support your child during each stage..."

"Helicopter parents fail to notice when they cross the line—or to understand the consequences of their behavior on their children..."

"I remember the exact moment when the idea of motherhood -- and assuming the responsibilities that go along with it -- hit me all at once."

Last week, I asked some high school students, "What do you wish your parents knew about parenting?"