Introduction As parents, we play a pivotal role in shaping our children’s understanding of who they are and what they’re capable of achieving. Meeting their emotional needs is a critical part of this journey, as it lays the foundation for a healthy self-concept. From offering emotional support during challenging moments …

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Self care ideas don’t have to be complicated and you don’t have to leave the house for them. Here’s a quick list of things you can do TODAY to begin relaxing.

Saying thank you can take lots of forms. Get your list of over 20 creative and fun ways to say thanks here.

Growing Up with Christmas Christmas at my house growing up was a wonderful affair. For weeks leading up to it, Mom would bake Christmas cookies. She would put them in big containers and freeze them as they cooled. Sometime after Thanksgiving, we would decorate the house and the tree. Christmas …

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Thanksgiving is a special day that can be the start of a year filled with gratitude.

Reward Behavior = Repeat Behavior People are pretty simple. For instance, research shows that when we reward behavior we like, people do that behavior more. Positive reinforcement indeed goes a long way! For instance, when I thank my son for taking care of the trash without being told, he is …

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