Don’t you wish there was such a thing called Parenting University where you could learn everything you need to know to be a successful parent? Well, guess what? It already exists. It’s called the “Parenting School of Hard Knocks!” English poet John Wilmot once said, “Before I got married, I had six theories about bringing up children; now I have six children and no … [Read more...]
Family Shift: Why Your Parenting Style Matters
Did you know that family psychologists believe there are four common parenting styles that most parents fall into? These styles are not just limited to parents and kids; we see them in marriages, work, and friendships. For the sake of this article, have you ever considered what style of parenting best represents you? 1. Permissive Permissive parents have rules, but they … [Read more...]
Family Shift: Unity
Is it possible to avoid division and arguments and achieve unity in our familial relationships? Webster’s Dictionary defines unity as “the quality or state of not being multiple: oneness.” The truth is, we’re all wired differently. We have different perspectives, needs, and personalities. We may not always see eye-to-eye or agree with everything regarding political or … [Read more...]
Family Shift: Three Questions to Help Focus Your Marriage and Family
What is the one thing for your marriage or family that, if you were to accomplish this year, would change everything? Maybe it’s a habit to break, a project to complete, a relationship to restore, a debt to pay off, a degree to complete, a skill to develop, a friendship to cultivate, a tradition to start, etc. You get the point. Have you ever noticed the … [Read more...]
Family Shift: 21 Ways to Shift Your Family in 2021
No doubt, 2020 made a mark on our lives forever. It’s a year we will never forget. However, no matter how hard 2020 had been on us, it doesn’t have to define us. The good news is that yesterday ended last night. Tomorrow’s pages are blank, and today marks a new beginning to reboot, redefine and redirect the future of our lives. Unfortunately, many … [Read more...]