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Plants are a lot like people. They have individual
needs; one size does not fit all. Just as experienced
gardeners have a successful track-record growing
healthy plants, savvy parents know how to “grow”
happy humans. Learning how to tell what your plant
(child) needs, will help you trouble-shoot. (more…)

You want to have less stress in your life, right?
To help you do that, begin by noticing that much
of our stress has to do with wanting “things” to
be different! Take a look at these examples: (more…)

Kids often wonder whether their moms and dads
really love them. They need to know that no matter
what dumb thing they did, you’re going to keep your
heart open, be there, and lend healthy support. (more…)

Without meaning to parents sometimes send messages
to their kids that do more harm than good. Your sons
and daughters need you to believe in them. They don’t
need you to be afraid for them. (more…)

Do your teenagers disappoint you? Do you wonder,
How many times do we have to have this conversation?
If this describes you, it’s time for a change. (more…)

Each of us has experienced being criticized by
another person. Most of us react negatively before
we are able to extract anything useful. Making
disapproving statements to ourselves, our kids, and
even the television often happens automatically,
unconsciously. (more…)

As a writer and a business woman, I’ve learned to
appreciate clarity in all kinds of communication.
Clarity is easily achieved when you keep your
messages short and simple. When we are unclear, we
can expect others to get annoyed or bewildered. (more…)

Are you of the belief that your teen’s friends
have more influence over your teenager than you do?
Do you feel threatened by your teen’s friends? (more…)