5 Ways to Find Sanity During Family Car Trips
The challenge of car rides together is a great opportunity for connection, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. Use roadside rests with parks for vigorous exercise after your bathroom breaks. A game of either tag or Frisbee provides fun exercise and prepares everyone for the next period of forced inactivity. Five to ten extra minutes at each […]
When Kids Want it NOW!!!
“I want it! Can I have it? I want it NOW!”Regardless of how articulate your teen or toddler may be, most parents are familiar with variations of this demand. When we hear this from our kids we’re inclined to quickly pronounce, “No!” and the “fight-or-flight” game is ON! The two options we’ve given our kids […]
It’s OK to Mess Up
Catie came for coaching to address sibling conflict and disrespect. During one session she confessed, “I get so mad when one son hits the other, and I just blew it yesterday. I got so angry, and yelled, and it all spiraled downward after that. I apologized, but I felt horrible about myself.” She looked defeated […]
How To Break Into Your Child’s Focus Bubble with Grace
Is Your Discipline Too Tough, Too Soft, or Just Right?
believe they are safe in the company of those who love them the most. know they are loved, capable and responsible. understand God’s grace and truth because they have regularly experienced it when needed most.
The Powerful Role of Empathy in Discipline
When was the last time a conflict with my child spiraled out of control? What empathetic statement might I have made to calm the situation and communicate compassion? What is a common misbehavior in my house? What is my child probably experiencing and feeling at that time? What helpful statement could I have ready to […]
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When Your Child Just HAS To Have That Thing for Christmas…
Helping Kids Thrive Despite Rejection from a Teacher or Students
It’s tempting when kids experience rejection, to want to protect them and be a buffer to keep their feelings from being hurt. Our blood boils, our God-given Mama or Papa Bear instincts kick in, and we may well go after the offending teacher or student. Sometimes this is a wise course of action, especially if […]
Meet A Connected Families Parent Coach:
Connected Families provides coaching for parents all over the world. Meet Chad Hayenga, one of the Parent Coaches and our director of Coaching who makes a difference in the lives of the people he serves. When did you become a Parenting Coach for Connected Families? I began coaching with Connected Families in 2012. Previously, I […]
