What really makes parents happy?
If you’re like most parents who read the title of this piece, you’re probably thinking that what would make you happy is if the kids would just do as they’re told! Or at least let you get a ...
The ONE thing your kids need from you TODAY
In my work, I travel a lot. I’m in and out of cabs, trains, and planes regularly. Whenever I catch a taxi, my occupation invariably comes up. I write and speak about parenting. And when my cabbie ...
7 Habits of Pro-Active Parents
Let’s face it. As a society, we’re pretty highly strung. Our work lives are full-on. Our family lives are far too frantic. And the feeling that everything is under control is infrequently felt.
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Why Getting Angry Doesn’t Work
Recently I spent some time with a father who struggles to control his anger towards his children. He described a scene that had played out in his home shortly before our conversation:
My teenage ...
My child is sensitive and anxious
Hi Dr Justin My daughter is an only child and she is 4. Her dad and I are separated. She has seen a lot of pretty intense fighting between myself and her dad. She seems like an anxious child, ...
The Art of Parenting: Knowing When to Step In, and When to Step Out
Many of our children don’t like to admit this – and if they’re reading this article, they’ll say it’s not true – but until at least the age of 16, our children need us to be actively ...
5 Ways to Raise a Savvy Child
Our children think they have all the answers. Just ask them. They’ll be sure to tell you why they are right and you are wrong – about almost everything.
As parents who are (hopefully) wiser, we ...
I am not your friend. I am your parent
Most parents want to have good relationships with their children. As those children become teenagers, things change. Parents still want good relationships with their children, but their children ...
Responding to Toddler Tantrums
Hi Dr Justin My three year-old has been having total meltdowns every time I say ‘no’. He loses it when he can’t have his own way. My friend told me her psychologist said to ignore the tantrum...
Surviving Your Teenager’s First Love (and all the others)
Remember when you first had a girl or boyfriend?
If you were like most teens, you constantly thought about that person and wanted to be with them. Your days were spent obsessing about when you could ...