Monthly Archives: June 2011

Stubborn Vs. Strong-Willed

“My children are not stubborn,” the proud mother declared. “They merely have exceptional resolve.” Whether your child has exceptional resolve or is certifiably stubborn, it does not mean he or she is strong-willed. A stubborn child might enjoy the sport … Continue reading

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It Takes One to Know One

“It takes one to know one.” That sentence may conjure up negative thoughts as you remember the day on the grade school playground when you shouted those words back to the third grader who had just insulted you. “It takes … Continue reading

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What’s Your Goal?

The question, “What’s your goal?” was repeated many times in our household. We asked our kids that question, and we also asked each other. “My math teacher is a perfectionist and makes me crazy. Why do I have to put … Continue reading

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I’d Like You to Meet . . . the Strong-Willed Child

“This is my strong-willed child. The one I was telling you about.” When you read those two sentences, it is very important that you get the right voice inflection. We want you to get the message being sent not only … Continue reading

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