parenting
How to Teach Responsibility to a Disruptive, Impulsive, Fun-Loving Child
In our families, like in other team situations we are a part of, we are confronted with situations that require us to step back and see a situation as a whole, from all sides, and from each angle. What tools do you have packed in your temperament toolbox for dealing with those times? This article offers suggestions for teaching responsibility to a disruptive, impulsive, and fun-loving child.
How to Improve Communication and Reduce Conflict in Your Family
When it comes to avoiding and resolving conflict, how effectively families communicate ultimately makes the difference in the strength and longevity of our families and our relationships. Building effective communication skills in our families starts with discovering the different temperaments that are involved.
How to Take the Chore Out of Chores
Weekly chore lists, check sheets, and allowance levels. These are the trappings of an organized attempt to get household tasks accomplished, teach responsibility, and build a lasting work ethic. Assigning chores based largely on preferred style will take some of the headache out of getting your family to help out around the house.