by Rich Patterson | Jun 28, 2019 | Communication, Parenting
Connect With Kids What does it take to connect with kids? I mean, what do you have to do to touch them on their heart to open communication? Let’s take a look at how to establish an excellent connection with kids. There are five essential points to be aware...
by Rich Patterson | Jun 26, 2019 | Character, Parenting
Protecting Youth from High-Risk Behaviors Alcohol use, illicit drug use, sexual activity, and Violence have to be the big four for protecting our youth. In this photo, Gary Bendig captures two Cedar Waxwings feeding each other is an act of love. As parents, we want...
by Rich Patterson | Jun 24, 2019 | Encouragement, Parenting
Promoting Positive Behaviors in Youth We know as parents that the more positive we are with our kids, the more they are likely to have thriving behavior. But it just isn’t that easy. It looks like the young person in this photo knows who they are and is very...
by Rich Patterson | Jun 21, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
5 Action Steps With Kids Now that summer is in full swing, let’s look at 5 Action Steps you can take With Kids. Summer is a great time to work on communication with our kids. To help them enjoy being with the family by engaging them physically and...
by Rich Patterson | Jun 19, 2019 | Achievement, Encouragement, Parenting
Find Those Sparks Today I want to encourage you to find those sparks in young people. Sparks represent the goodness that is inside them. It is their gifts, particular way of thinking, or caring attitude; maybe it is just how they think. When you notice them in your...
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