Elementary
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November 21, 2011Anxiety In The Classroom
If your child is complaining about stress and anxiety in the classroom, then it is time for you to evaluate the extent to which she is involved both at school and in the extracurricular arena. Sometimes, the stress isn’t triggered by the classroom but by the overcommitted nature of her daily life. Take the time now to help your child prioritize her commitments and start to set some personal boundaries.
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November 07, 2011
Probiotics – Useful Or Just Costly?
What do the studies say about the usefulness of probiotics?
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October 10, 2011
Choking Prevention
Choking is the leading cause of injury that results in death for children younger than one year of age. Parents must be aware of common choking hazards and take preventive measures to avoid a choking accident.
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October 03, 2011
A Recipe For Success
Examine the essential elements to make a school year successful.
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September 26, 2011
Here Comes School Again With Its Demands!
September is here and so is school. Those extra curricular activities are great, but what priority do they become in your family?
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August 22, 2011
Liar, Liar, Pants On Fire
Sandra Smith discusses kids' lies, why children lie, and how to deal with persistent lying. -
August 01, 2011
The Myth of Simplification
Many of us live with the belief that life could be simple. We think that if we organized or balanced our many responsibilities and desires differently, life would be less complicated. Life is not simple There are tools we can use that will provide a greater feeling of simplicity which opens up the space for less stress and more joy.
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July 25, 2011
The Power Of Stepping Outside Of Your Comfort Zone
So many of us relish in the comfort zones we create in our lives. How often, though, do you push yourself out of these self-created comfort zones? Or better yet, how often do you ask your children to step outside of their comfort zones? I challenge you to find ways this summer to help your children take risks and try new activities because it is through these decisions that true, organic self-confidence and growth is achieved.
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July 11, 2011
Please Ask The Right Question!
Most of us spend our entire lives asking ourselves one wrong question after another. This leads to frustration, non-achievement of goals and sometimes outburst behavior to others.
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June 20, 2011Happy Homes During The Summer Months
We all know that kids are really excited to start their vacation the moment school gets out. They’ve worked hard throughout the school year, and now it’s time to let the body and mind unwind and recharge before the start of the next session. For some, though, the time off slowly evolves into boredom and loneliness. So, how do you set your child up to not drive himself, and you, crazy over the next few months?