The Danger of Parenting
with Tunnel Vision
By Judy McCarver
"How often do you get stuck in parenting?...We freeze up. We focus on only one option, which clearly is not working to reach our goal...The solution for getting what we want isn't always obvious... We just have to think and act outside of the tunnel." This article gives practical tips for finding creative ways to face parenting challenges.
Parents Who Suppress Emotions Can Negatively Impact Their Children
By Craig T. Lee
"It comes from a good place; we don't want to stress them out. But we may be doing the exact opposite." This article suggests that being open with your feelings positively affects your child and encourages him/her to express emotions in healthy ways.
5 Ways to Help Your Tween Harness Their Bravery
By Lynn Cowell
"Fear is powerful and its roots can develop very young and cause us to be stuck way past what is appropriate...To become courageous, {kids} need to take steps of bravery, even when it
is hard and sometimes when they don't
want to." This article gives great ways you can encourage your tween to rely on God's faithfulness as they step out and make
brave choices.
10 Affirmations for the Worried Parent
By Holly Crawshaw
"If you're anything like me, the words 'parenting' and 'worrying' are pretty much synonymous...So what options do we have as parents to combat the worry?...When I start to spiral, I redirect my worry by reminding myself of these undeniable truths." This great article gives 10 affirmations you can say when you're tempted to worry.
3 Steps to Help Kids Discover Their Identity in Jesus
By Michele Baird
"When a person experiences the freedom of knowing who they really are, suddenly the opinions of the world pale in comparison...Our significance comes from the Creator of the universe and our identity in Christ has been promised through His Word...We get to be part of connecting kids' hearts to Jesus. It is a calling that, no matter the circumstances around us, is worth pursuing." This article is a powerful reminder of the importance of being your child's spiritual leader and gives practical ways you can teach your child how to find his/her identity in Christ.
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