Mentoring

Control vs. choice

April 30, 2011 Leadership

The more I work with parents and children, the more I realize that much of the conflict they experience comes down to a matter of control. The older children get, the more control a parent exerts. It’s a battle of wills that invariably leads to a lose-lose outcome. While a [...]

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Plant what you want to grow

April 27, 2011 Leadership

“I wish my son would just take responsibility for his actions,” laments a mother of a 14-year old son. I couldn’t help but wonder how much responsibility this boy was given when he was younger. You see, kids can’t learn what they haven’t already been given. So, if you want [...]

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Family traditions

April 25, 2011 Mentoring

Traditions are the bedrock of many families. Rituals passed down from generation to generation offer the warmth, community and closeness children need to thrive as adults. The memories you create with your children today have a lasting impact on their lives tomorrow. If you don’t already have family traditions, don’t [...]

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R-E-S-P-E-C-T

April 21, 2011 Leadership

Some define respect as being polite or having good manners. But the word has a much deeper meaning and value in today’s world. Giving respect means treating others with honor and esteem. It also means showing consideration and appreciation. Respect is about valuing the worth of yourself, others and the [...]

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Helping kids make positive choices

April 19, 2011 Mentoring

Should I wait for dinner like Mom said or just eat this cupcake now? Kids are faced with choices every day. As kids mature, their choices increase in number and complexity. Instead of deciding what to wear today, some kids are choosing whether to engage in drugs or sexual behavior. [...]

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7 characteristics of great mentors

March 31, 2011 Mentoring

In my personal and professional life, I’ve been privileged to be mentored and to be a mentor to others. Those experiences have allowed me to see the characteristics that make mentoring relationships work. And by “work,” I mean the relationship holds benefits for the mentor and the mentee. Here are [...]

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