According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 18.3 million children; 1 in 4 live without a biological, step- or adoptive father in the home. Now more than ever, we have a generation of men and women who grew up without a father figure in their home. It would be safe to say that most men and women don’t even have a healthy concept of what a father's primary role and … [Read more...]
Family Shift: Summertime Talks With the Fam
Summertime is an excellent opportunity for our kids to take a break, and it’s also a great opportunity as a family to spend some quality time together. Whether it’s seeing loved ones for the first time in a long time or taking advantage of a vacation or staycation, summertime can be a strategic time to be intentional, grow in your relationships, and refocus your family. The … [Read more...]
Family Shift: Five Things Kids Need Most
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...]
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