Tag: emotional intelligence
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This Video Will Change Your Perspective on Communicating with Kids
Get Pregnant Fast A thought-provoking video is igniting conversations about how adults communicate with children. The Atlanta Speech School’s release, titled “Every Opportunity,” highlights the significant impact that adult interactions can have on a child’s educational experience. While reactions to the video vary, its core message is undeniably powerful. The video follows a young boy…
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Dear World, Please Don’t Underestimate My Sons
Get Pregnant Fast Dear World, I have a request: please don’t underestimate my sons. Every time you assume my boys will behave like primitive beings simply because they are male, you’re doing them a disservice. When you believe they’ll be distracted by the slightest hint of skin, or when you react disproportionately to their natural…
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They May Be Pampered, But My Kids Aren’t Misbehaved
Get Pregnant Fast Being a parent doesn’t always mean being strict. While I have my share of rules that I generally enforce, I also believe in being flexible. If my 9-year-old, for example, asks me nicely to pick up his clothes because he’s too worn out, I’m likely to oblige. And when my younger son,…
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Students Receive Heartfelt Message from Teacher: More Than Just Test Scores
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching moment in Texas, a student returned home with a remarkable note from her teacher just before the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) exams for math and reading. This wasn’t a typical reminder to hit the books; rather, it was a profound reminder that students are much…
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Why I Refuse to Tell My Sons to “Suck It Up”
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve found myself uttering things I never thought I would. Phrases like, “Stop using your brother as a trampoline,” or “Please don’t put your toys in the toilet!” frequently escape my lips. Yet, there’s one phrase you will never hear from me: “Suck it up.” Today’s society has made…
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10 Essential Lessons I Want My Sons to Understand
Get Pregnant Fast When I became a mother to two amazing boys, I immediately knew how I wanted to guide them through life. Having faced my share of difficult people, I also understood what I definitely didn’t want in their upbringing. While they may occasionally act out, I’m committed to instilling valuable lessons to help…
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25 Guidelines for Nurturing Feminist Boys
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: Aug. 20, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 2, 2015 Many years ago, my father shared a piece of wisdom that has resonated with me: “If you want something in life, you need to position yourself to obtain it. Don’t rely on others to provide for you.” This conversation happened during a mundane…
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Why I Allow My Kids to Express Their Anger Freely
Get Pregnant Fast In our household, emotions run deep. It may not be unusual, but some days can feel overwhelming when everyone is feeling the full spectrum of emotions at once. Lately, I’ve found myself on an emotional roller coaster—whether it’s due to the hormonal shifts after having children or the challenges of managing three…