Death is always a tenuous subject. When a friend or family member loses someone close, it’s normal to be at a loss of how to respond. Accepting the death in a grounded, practical way can help someone make sense of their loss. Don’t Force It People approach grief in very distinct ways, often experiencing a […]
Identifying Anxiety in Children and How to Know What to Do
Anxiety in children can manifest in many different ways. As an adult, it is important to recognize the signs and know what actions you can take to treat it. Procrastination Sometimes, anxiety rears its ugly head in the form of procrastination. It might be cleaning their room, going to the bathroom, or doing homework. If […]
3 Ways Adoption Brightens and Enriches Family Life
There are about 153 million orphans worldwide. On any average given day in America, there are nearly 500,000 children in foster care, with over 100,000 available for adoption. Maybe people consider adoption, but decide against it for various reasons such as increased financial obligation, uncertainty of the future, difficult logistics, or changed family dynamics. While […]
Teen Troubles: How to be a Firm Parent without Losing Their Trust
When a child is first born, parents realize they hold an even greater capacity to love, and it’s pretty incredible. After the sleepless nights of the newborn and toddler years, parents long for their children to be able to do things on their own. And before you know it, the teenage years are right […]
Life Decisions: 4 Career Options Your Kids Can Start Thinking About
Many motivational speakers believe whom a person marries and the profession a person chooses hold the power to dramatically change their life. Who a person partners with in life can determine a lot because of the other person’s brand new set of belief systems, values and goals. The profession a person chooses plays a major […]
Stubborn Kids? Five Awesome Ways to Motivate Them
Believe it or not, most kids are very motivated. In fact, they are a lot more motivated than parents realize. For instance; your child is most likely highly motivated when it comes to their favorite music or video game. In fact, when it comes to doing things your kids love, they often get a […]