From the Times of Israel a powerful blog post on the importance of community to bring a sense of connection and belonging to families adjusting to an out LGBTQ child in the midst of a community that has historically not been as welcoming as many would hope. When we experience a sense of belonging we gain […]
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In order to raise children who are kind and compassionate, we must show them kindness and compassion. Much like children must see us regulating our emotions (e.g. to stay calm when we’re frustrated) to learn to do it, they must see us showing kindness and compassion to learn to do it. And, it’s not enough
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New research seems to indicate (through correlation, not causation) that fewer structured activities may be better for children. Fewer classes, teams, practices and groups may lead to children with higher functioning and more success. More opportunity for unstructured, free time to choose their own activities and figure out how to do them on their own
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From NPR: “Facebook Takes On Cyberbullies As More Teens Leave Site” by EMILY SINER November 07, 2013 A taste: “The social networking site with 1.2 billion users worldwide released a “bullying prevention hub” this week. It’s essentially an online resource center with suggestions for teens, parents and educators on how to address bullying — both
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Some helpful Do’s & Don’t’s and Parenting Strategies from my colleague Zach Rawlings. “Remember that by understanding your child’s threshold for stress and connecting with them in meaningful ways will have a positive effect on their development. Don’t shy away from being vulnerable with your child and always look for ways to incorporate more affirmation
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There’s no reasonable expectation that parents will monitor all online activities of their children. (Adults have a hard enough time monitoring, and limiting, their own online activities.) At the same time, untethered freedom of online activities can easily expose children to online bullying, elicit material and even sites that promote self-injury and suicide as reasonable
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Last week I attended an author talk at the Denver JCC by Emily Bazelon (@emilybazelon) of Slate and Yale Law School. She has researched and written about bullying extensively, including her book Sticks & Stones:; Defeating the Culture of Bullying and Rediscovering the Power of Character and Empathy. Some more of my thoughts on her research: Bullying
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Now this is epic parenting! And the easiest way to a smile you’ll find! This dad’s attunement to his daughter’s timing is astonishing. Note his awareness of her mind wandering back to the fireworks; he is honest with her, straightforward, and keeps bringing her back into the song. And notice, dad even ducks his head
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What does it mean to be a great parent? It doesn’t mean loving every minute of it. Take it from a dad of 3 boys: Let Me Be the One Who Says It Out Loud
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Please Don’t Help My Kids by Kate Bassford Baker “Dear Other Parents At The Park: Please do not lift my daughters to the top of the ladder, especially after you’ve just heard me tell them I wasn’t going to do it for them and encourage them to try it themselves. I am not sitting here, 15 whole
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