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Goal Attainment: What Would You Have to Give Up?
December is almost over, and some of you are already contemplating what you want to accomplish in the year ahead and reflecting about how you’ll
Happy Holidays
This holiday season, my two seven-year-old grandsons shared with me the meaning of Christmas from their perspectives. Logan told me he discovered the real meaning
Gratitude-What’s Great about Your Day?
If we’re connected on Facebook, then it’s likely you’ve noticed my posts often end with, “What’s great about your day?” Some people understand why I
Rewarding Your Children to Get Compliance is Not the Best Idea
As parents, when it comes to discipline, there are many methods we may employ. While there is no perfect way to parent, there are many
Reality Therapy – is it Still Relevant? You Decide
In 1965, Dr. William Glasser developed a counseling method called Reality Therapy. Beyond being an effective counseling technique, Reality Therapy is a problem-solving method. Not
3 Girlfriends and the Great Wall of China
I am writing from the city of Shenzhen. Last week, my friend and I completed a one-week tour of China. It was an organized tour
Teenagers-How to Reduce the Battles
As parents, disciplining teenagers can feel like a constant struggle. However, I believe most of the issue lies in how we identify the problems we
Finding Your Next Relationship
For many of us, at some point in our lives, a failed relationship leaves us wondering why we can’t seem to find a good partner,
Discipline, Consequences, and Punishment
Punishment and discipline are often used interchangeably, yet their meanings couldn’t be more different. The Latin root of punishment means “to inflict pain,” while the