Assertiveness or aggressiveness can be a challenge for “nice” people. Some people may feel it’s rude or selfish to say or get what they want from an interaction. However, being passive is unhelpful and ineffective because people need to know what you want. On the other hand, being aggressive can make you seem hostile or ...
In Jewish families, mothers are crucial in imparting basic morals and survival skills to their children, the three golden keys. Both Chinese and Israeli Jewish parents place great importance on parenting and education. But what are the differences in their educational philosophies? A Jewish mother’s story provides a great explanation. Meet Shala Eimis, a Jewish ...
You love your kids more than anything, but being a parent can be exhausting. Between managing schedules, chores, meals, baths, homework, and activities, it’s easy to forget about yourself. However, self-care is essential for every parent. 6 ways to nourish your body and soul, renew your energy, and rediscover yourself in parenthood 1. Take time ...
Despite every parent not wanting this to happen, a child’s lying can occasionally occur when least expected. Sometimes children tell a lie about the most minor things ever, and most of the time, they don’t even understand why they do what they do. However, these could be critical moments when you could help them learn ...
A sick child can sometimes be restless as they struggle to have fun and keep themselves entertained. This can lead to more stress since gadgets and electronics aren’t ideal for them, so finding non-technological ways to engage them is essential. If you struggle to keep your child entertained, especially when they are sick, looking for ...
One of the primary goals of parents is to raise well-mannered and respectful children who treat others with kindness and consideration. However, navigating through moments of disrespect from your child can be challenging and disheartening. This article provides practical guidance on changing your children’s attitude if they disrespect you. Building strong parent-child relationships Encouraging respectful ...
To bed-share or not to bed-share? That is the question on every parent’s mind regarding bed-sharing, a sleeping arrangement in which parents and young children share a bed. Also known as co-sleeping, children often sleep alongside their parents as they are growing up. Many families believe bed-sharing is a great way to spend time together, ...
As parents, it’s our instinct to love and support our children to set them up for a happy, successful life. Yet, an old saying warns that “too much of a good thing is not good.” In your attempts to shield your children from life’s harsh realities, you may unintentionally prevent them from undertaking challenging experiences ...
Austrian scientist and thinker Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925) developed the Waldorf schools in the aftermath of WWI. Steiner concluded that a human being is a threefold being of spirit, soul, and body whose capacities unfold in developmental stages on the path to adulthood. According to Steiner’s anthroposophical beliefs, there is a seven-year period between each developmental stage. The ...
Regardless of your status or wealth, breaking any of these three major taboos will definitely lead to disasters. In fact, causality and retribution are closely related, though they may seem to be invisible to the human eye. As an old saying goes: “Good begets good, and evil begets evil.” You may believe that money and ...