What are we teaching our children about anger? There is so much going on in the political landscape of our nation, and in the world at large. I am well aware of the headlines and the wildfire erupting across our country in response to the developments that seem to come at rapid speed. I won’t […]
The Day I Failed as a Mother
I had an enough. I was tired and those ever-present vapors of frustration radiated from my skin… I launched the attack. “You better get your act together!… Don’t you dare disrespect me or your father! … You need to be more responsible! …You need to stop whining!… Why can’t you… You really messed up!” […]
Two Important Ways To Manage Your Child’s Anger
As my kids get older, I’m realizing the ongoing need to parent them through difficult emotions, especially anger. It takes great effort and insight into helping them develop productive ways to express themselves and manage such a powerful feeling. It’s easy to miss some of those teachable moments, in the hurried hectic lives we lead. […]
