I used to think I was a bad mom because being a mom is not easy, and I learned along the way. You may feel you are too, but these signs that you’re a bad mother will likely not apply to you. 1. You Scream at your Child Constantly. I admit it. I used to …
Whoever told you that being a parent is easy, was probably never a parent. Parenting is not an easy role. And unfortunately, it doesn’t come with a manual of instructions. There isn’t training that will give you all the answers to be a good parent. So it’s easy to fail and to be called a …
It’s no secret that teenagers can be moody and difficult to deal with at times. Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do to help your teenager develop a more positive outlook which also helps improve their mental health. In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of a positive attitude for teenagers, and …
Years ago, when your son had temper tantrums, you would just soothe or discipline him. However, as your son grows into a teenage boy, the way you handle him should also be adjusted. Maybe he is no longer throwing tantrums, but he still experiences emotional roller coasters. Unfortunately, he may not tell you every bit …
Anger is an emotional signal that usually mobilizes response to danger. Not only that, but anger is also a form of self-expression and is sometimes a way used by children to express independence. Their anger can be triggered by many things and often ends up being aggressive behavior. Perhaps, you have a critical question, “why …
Let’s have a discussion about annoying kids today. Like it or not, children often act up and develop certain behaviors that often drive the parents crazy overtime. It leads to the question every parent asks themselves at least once in their lifetime: why is my son so annoying? But before we jump to the practical …
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Anger is a natural response we experience when we face something that upsets us. It is totally normal and even healthy to experience anger and other negative emotions. However, when overdone, it is not very healthy and may even lead to other things that serve more damage than good. This is why it is understandable …
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It seems like yesterday that you brought your baby home from the hospital. Now that crying baby has become a teenager … and you are wondering what happened? I can sympathize – I’m the father of a soon-to-be 13-year-old boy. The changes are really noticeable. They may become moody and argumentative. It can feel like …
Humans were created for connection. To help teens navigate the complexities of friendship, they can look to the great philosopher Aristotle who said, “Friendship is as important as life itself.” God created relationships so we would have others to help us through various aspects of life. Teaching teen daughters about the value of friendships is …
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Everyone knows you love her; most likely, she’s the center of your universe. So, you may also notice your daughter’s slightest change in behavior that happens of all sudden. One of the most possible answers is your daughter may experience teen depression. Our list of signs that your daughter is depressed provides the underlying issues …
