by Rich Patterson | Dec 18, 2019 | Achievement, Encouragement
Beyond High School, What’s Next? I recently spoke to a medium-sized group of middle school students about resiliency. When I asked them how many of them knew their plan after high school, every single hand went up! This group was the first group where all knew...
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 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...
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