Most parents are extremely focused on the grades their child gets but what about how they get them? Are they cutting corners or cheating to achieve those grades? While education is obviously very important, the character and integrity our children establish should be the most important. If your child is getting an A in the classroom and an F in character, have they really learned anything of significance? What...
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In this image-obsessed culture, your daughter is constantly wondering if she’s beautiful. Here are three ways you can help her see her beauty. First, TELL her. Don’t wait for your daughter to ask you if you think she’s beautiful…look for opportunities to tell her, unprompted, how beautiful she is on the inside and outside. Tell her that she makes what she wears beautiful, not vice versa. Telling her that she...
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From an early age, we can recognize the innate differences between our sons and daughters. But it’s even more important to understand how to handle those differences and uniquely parent your boys well. Part of our job as parents is to turn our rambunctious, young sons into respectful, mature men. So here are several principles for raising boys well. First, channel their energy. Instead of constantly telling...
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Movies have a way of making puppy love seem sweet and innocent. But when our kids begin dating in real life, it becomes a whole different ball game. So how involved should dads be in their child’s dating life? Well, here are some things to know about the person your child is dating. First, learn the basics. For safety reasons, you should know their cell number, the type of car they drive, their parents’...
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You see your son every day. But how often do you spend uninterrupted one-on-one time with him? Love your son well by planning out a date for just the two of you. Here are some great dates for moms and sons. First, play a sport together. Most boys love being active. Even if you’re not the best athlete, be a good sport by going to the batting cages or basketball courts with him. Second, chow down. Surprise...
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Our daughters are under attack. Everywhere they turn, culture is telling them that they aren’t good enough. As fathers, we have an obligation to instill confidence, along with humility, into our daughters. So here are some tips for raising daughters to be confident. First, truly listen to her. Listen more, lecture less. She needs to know she has your ear, you really understand her, and that you are there for...
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You pour everything you’ve got—your time, emotions, energy—into raising your kids, but you aren’t seeing any return on your investment. As your kids move into the teen years, you may even begin to see a “dip” in your parenting portfolio. But don’t lose heart. Remember that parenting is a long-term investment. So don’t look at the day to day returns which will fluctuate, but take a long term approach. You may not...
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