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Develop a Growth Mindset by Christine Carter Ph.d.

Parenting - Educating ChildrenBy cynthiaJuly 15, 2015Leave a comment

The Psychology of SuccessPosted: 18 Jun 2012 01:00 AM PDT Kids with “growth mindsets” are more likely embrace challenges and enjoy their activities. Kelly Corrigan: To kick off this series, give me something really high impact. If I’m only gonna get one thing really right this year, what should that one thing be? Christine Carter,…

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Step One in Replacing Poor Parenting Strategies

Parenting Effective DisciplineBy cynthiaJuly 9, 2015Leave a comment

In order to figure out the best way to Replace your challenge, the first step is to figure out who has ownership of the problem. Michael Popkin, PhD. Creator of Active Parenting describes ownership as the person or persons who are directly affected by the problem and/or who are making a request to have the problem…

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Happy Parenting Skills Guide

Parenting Effective DisciplineBy cynthiaJuly 6, 2015Leave a comment

Children can challenge our desire for calmness and cooperation when their needs clash with ours. When you view these parenting struggles as opportunities for personal growth, then you will be open to embracing new parenting ideas and to discarding the old.  My goal is to offer you an ally parenting approach that develops family harmony through respectful problem solving…

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“Just Do Your Best” is Another Form of Pressure for Kids

Parenting with Emotional IntelligenceBy cynthiaJune 25, 2015Leave a comment

As parents realize that pressuring children to get all A’s is stressing them out too much, they have shifted to saying “Do your best” instead. I propose that “Do your best” can also cause kids to feel pressured to meet their parents’ high expectations. Here is why I say this. When parents tell me that…

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Give Non-Negotiable Rules to Teens to Reduce Arguing

Parenting Effective DisciplineBy cynthiaJune 18, 2015Leave a comment

Teenagers’ prefrontal cortex is in high developmental drive during the teen years. You can tell this because they can argue as if they were a lawyer. This means that their reasoning, logic, judgment, and planning skills are being developed and practiced. Teens can be so good at sounding logical, or blaming you for their misery,…

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How to Give Kids Directions that are Followed

Cynthia's Book ExcerptsBy cynthiaJune 18, 2015Leave a comment

Your DIrector parenting role is to teach your children to become responsible and capable by learning important life skills, such as cleaning up after themselves, using respectful language, getting along with others, etc. I encourage discussing these important values with your children often (while keeping in mind that they may not embrace your values right away).…

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2015 Summer Parenting Education Classes

Parenting - Educating ChildrenBy cynthiaJune 17, 2015Leave a comment

Summer 2015 Parenting Classes Turning Craziness into Calmness: Avoiding Power Struggles (Ages 7 – 14) Discover how to reduce your intensity so you can turn a potentially crazy time into a calm one. Learn from brain research and about the keys and solutions to your emotional turmoil. Take control of yourself so you can create…

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How to Manage Summertime Challenges with Kids

Parenting Effective DisciplineBy cynthiaJune 11, 2015Leave a comment

Summertime presents unique challenges with children. Many of you have figured out ways to manage your challenges. Some of you would still like some advice. This posting is primarily a place where my amazing newsletter readers can support each other. I’ll chime in with my idea on how to handle “I’m bored” and getting closer…

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Parents- Support Your Child’s Decision Making Process

Cynthia's Book ExcerptsBy cynthiaJune 10, 2015Leave a comment

When your child/teen has a problem they want to solve, embrace the supporter parenting role so you can help them develop their thinking in their prefrontal cortex. Here is an example of  a parent following the first 3 steps of the 5 Step Problem Solving Process. Step 1:  Stop blocking communication Step 2:  Listen Openly…

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Why Children Do What They Do – It Isn’t About You!

Cynthia's Book ExcerptsBy cynthiaJune 5, 2015Leave a comment

When kids don’t cooperate with you, it’s easy to take it personally as though they are against you. I call this response the “parent’s victim mentality.” When you see yourself as a victim, you think your kids are acting against you-that you are the target of their behavior. You may think, “They are being disrespectful…

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Terms of Use: The articles in my blog are a matter of my opinion and perspective, offered to help stimulate parents' thinking about their child raising and common concerns, conflicts, and changes that typically occur. They are meant to be educational only. Because they are general in nature, they should NOT be used as a substitute for getting qualified professional psychological, medical, or legal help should serious need arise. The resources I recommend are mostly consistent with my parenting approach. Use them at your own discretion as you would my articles. The parents’ success stories are particular to their family situation. This does not mean that you would get the same results. They are to be used for inspiration that by you changing first, you have the greatest chance of creating a positive change in your family.

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