by Rich Patterson | Nov 24, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
Limiting Fun Nights Limiting Fun Nights for kids is good parenting. Do you believe that? I think that is good parenting and a good idea. When started early, kids will accept that it isn’t okay to go with the group whenever and wherever they wish. By limiting...
by Rich Patterson | Nov 23, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
Check On Your Kids When your child is going out with friends, do you check on where they are going? Who will they be with, and for how long? If their plans change over time, have you discussed how you wish them to let you know? These are essential assets that help...
by Rich Patterson | Nov 18, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
Clearly Expressed Standards Do you talk to your child about behavior standards? I mean, sitting down with them and expressing your expectations for their behavior in various situations. When we wait until something inappropriate comes up, it is already too late. By...
by Rich Patterson | Nov 15, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
School Conversations with Kids Would you say yes or no to this statement: I talk with my child about school, help with schoolwork, and attend school events. As a former school administrator, I noticed that parents seldom speak with their kids about school. They...
by Rich Patterson | Nov 13, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
Serious Conversations I have been writing about having serious conversations with your young person frequently. It is equally important that kids have three or more adults to go to for help and have serious discussions with them. Having serious conversations with...
by Rich Patterson | Nov 11, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
Take Time to Talk Seriously With Child Do you frequently take time to talk seriously with your child? Talking seriously with your young person has great value in helping them hold the image of their life. It helps them to remember how the struggles, difficulties,...
by Rich Patterson | Nov 8, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience
Parents As Social Resources Do your kids turn to you for advice and support? Do they feel comfortable doing that? Can you even tell if they feel comfortable? When kids feel comfortable reaching out to their parents for advice and support, they know their parents...
by Rich Patterson | Nov 1, 2019 | Character, Personal Improvement
The Magic Four: Poise & Self-Confidence I have been writing about the Magic Four qualities that produce success in our lives. They all must be present and consistently applied to attain high-level goals in our life. Specific goals take actual dedication and...
by Rich Patterson | Oct 28, 2019 | Encouragement, Personal Improvement
The Magic Four What does it take for us to get things going and keep them going? I mean, there is so much written on motivation, inspiration, and rejuvenation; how do we condense it all down? I believe that it comes down to the Magic Four. If you keep them fresh in...
by Rich Patterson | Oct 21, 2019 | Parenting, Resilience, Teenagers
Resilience I believe that everyone needs to know and understand resilience, how it works in their life, and how to amend it when required. Resilience is the ability to bounce back during the tough times in your life, and I believe that trees may be one of the most...
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