Tag: emotional intelligence
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My Son Is a Little Actor: Yes, Boys Can Be Dramatic Too!
Get Pregnant Fast Image Credit: Suzanne Tucker / Shutterstock I’ve never had a knack for acting. The thought of stepping into the limelight makes me cringe, even though I have a deep appreciation for the talent displayed in films and television. But my 6-year-old son? He might just be destined for the stage. Not solely…
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5 Strategies for Nurturing a Confident Daughter Who Voices Her Thoughts
Get Pregnant Fast On a recent morning, I received an unexpected call from my daughter’s science teacher. She expressed concern that my typically enthusiastic daughter was struggling in her favorite subject. Upon speaking with her, I learned that my daughter felt overwhelmed and anxious about asking questions in class, often preferring to remain silent rather…
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Emotionally Healthy Alternatives to Things You Might Say to Your Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed at times, but you’ve probably taken courses on child development and strive to emulate the calm demeanor of perfectly patient characters. Yet, even the most composed parents can find themselves uttering things they wish they hadn’t. Fear not! Here are some reimagined responses that…
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Please Don’t Worry About My Determined Child
Get Pregnant Fast I noticed the look on the doctor’s face. It was clear she was not impressed with my 2-year-old son’s behavior during our urgent care visit. After handing me a prescription, she turned to my son and said, “We say excuse me!” My unease grew as she questioned where he learned to shout…
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My Sensitive Daughter Doesn’t Need to Toughen Up
Get Pregnant Fast Loving my daughter often feels like gazing into a mirror—her expressions, her mannerisms, those moments when she retreats into her own thoughts. Most days, I find myself thinking, “You’re the version of me destined to avoid therapy later.” But then I remember she’s navigating the treacherous waters of middle school, a phase…
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Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Fatherhood: Understanding My Daughter’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast As a father, there are moments when I struggle to comprehend my daughter’s feelings, yet that doesn’t deter me from making the effort. Just recently, on a Saturday morning around 10 a.m., I found myself in the living room with my 7-year-old daughter, Lily. Dressed in her favorite blue nightgown inspired by…
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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…