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6 Habits of Emotionally Healthy Kids

Emotionally healthy kids are better equipped to cope effectively with life challenges. A kid who has developed emotional regulation skills is … [Read More...] about 6 Habits of Emotionally Healthy Kids

An Anxiety Kit As an Effective Self-calming Strategy For Your Anxious Child

All children struggle with big emotions such as anxiety, anger, and frustration. When we treat our children’s emotions as valid and help them … [Read More...] about An Anxiety Kit As an Effective Self-calming Strategy For Your Anxious Child

Science says this one thing can completely change how you view your kid’s behavior

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never break me” is a phrase that was first used in 1872. It was meant to teach kids that name-calling was harmless. It was one of the greatest lies ever told to … [Read More...] about Science says this one thing can completely change how you view your kid’s behavior

How and Why to Help Your Kid Create a Culture of Personal Accountability

Anne Franck once said that “Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.” She was speaking about personal accountability. … [Read More...] about How and Why to Help Your Kid Create a Culture of Personal Accountability

8 surprising things that influence your kid’s behavior, according to science

This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read the full disclosure. The shift from the sweetest child to the most defiant one is often subtle. Once the gentlest soul, your child can … [Read More...] about 8 surprising things that influence your kid’s behavior, according to science