Parenting can be a lot harder than it looks. For some parents, they could do everything by the book and still face the reality that their child won’t learn until they hit rock bottom. Many parents will talk, teach, and model healthy behaviors until they’re blue in the face and their child still won’t get […]
If you are a serious sports parent like me, it’s quite easy to go overboard with coaching after your child loses. Sometimes this is helpful, most times it’s not. However, the fact is, parents who love sports just can’t help themselves. So, here is a word of caution and a tip to make your unwanted […]
Being practical is not a bad thing in itself. There is a lot of good that can come out of making practical decisions. However, practicality can also stifle a child’s development. Renowned professor and author William Damon, PhD, in his book The Path to Purpose: How Young People Find Their Calling in Life makes this clear. […]