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Image via Wikipedia By Dr James Dobson One of the most difficult choices parents must face is deciding when to let children suffer the consequences of their actions and when they need rescuing. The road to success is fraught with failures. Every winner has at one time felt the pain of defeat. Our children must go through hard times for them to grow. Yet, it is tough to stand back and watch them struggle. Our love for them makes us vulnerable to their needs. Life brings pain and sorrow to little people. And we hurt when they hurt. When others ridicule them, when they feel lonely, when they fail at something important, when they cry, when physical harm threatens them. These are the trials that seem unbearable to those of us who stand and watch from the sidelines. We want to protect them from life's sting, to hold them within our embrace. Yet, there are times when we must let them struggle. Children can't grow without taking risks. Toddlers can't walk without falling down. S...

Image via Wikipedia By Dr James Dobson If you want to know whether or not you're really in love, give it the test of time. Infatuation is the name we give to that first bright burst of attraction between two people. It sets our pulses racing and makes us think of clouds and fireworks , as well as stories that end in "happily ever after". There's no doubt infatuation looks and feels very much like love; the only problem is, it doesn't last. It's a quick, emotional high, with no commitment behind it. And when it runs its course, we find ourselves back where we started, with little or nothing to show for the experience. How then can we distinguish real love from temporary attraction? If the feeling is unreliable, how can we measure the commitment of the will? There's only one answer: It takes time. The best advice I can offer a couple contemplating marriage, or any other important issue, is make no important life-shaping decisions quickly or impulsively. Me...

By Dr Bill Maier All teenagers want to be trusted by their parents. But trust is something you earn, not demand. A counsellor once asked a group of teenagers: “How many of you consider yourselves to be honest with your parents?” Not one hand went up. When she asked why, one student answered: “I don’t actually lie; I just don’t tell them all the facts.” Sadly, a lot of teenagers have the same attitude. And they then complain when their parents do not trust them. But trust is a precious gift, and you have to work to gain it. You begin by developing a habit of telling the truth, no matter how painful it may be, even if you have to suffer consequences. And when you give your word, always follow through. When your plans change, call home to let your family know. And take care of things you borrow. It’s the little things each day that build trust between children and their parents. Once developed, trust seldom diminishes. From TODAY, Voices – Friday, 03-Jul-2009 Related a...

Image via Wikipedia By Dr Bill Maier You’ve heard that a brisk walk around the block is good for your heart, but did you know it can also be good for your marriage? Communication is critical to any relationship, and too many couples are so busy that they never take time to just talk and share their feelings with each other. When we’re home, it’s too easy to just sit in front of the TV . Try setting aside a couple of evenings each week to get out of the house and do things together. You can go for a short walk down the street, or have a picnic at MacRitchie Reservoir , or even saunter along the beach at East Coast Parkway . Whatever you do, make sure you do it together, and use the time to talk. It’s amazing how a relaxing family outing can open up lines of communication . And that’s something every marriage needs. From TODAY, Voices – Thursday, 02-Jul-2009 Related articles by Zemanta Some things don't change (blogforkiddies.blogspot.com) HA! Of The Day (dlisted.com) Michigan...

Image via Wikipedia By Dr Bill Maier The most common error parents make when disciplining their kids is disciplining out of anger . Imagine a police officer who tried to keep people from speeding by simply getting angry at them. He could stand on the street corner and yell as they passed by, trying to convince them to slow down. He could even jump up and down and turn blue in the face with anger, but would anyone really listen? We pay attention to him because he has the authority to pass out tickets. That's how parenting is. If you want to change a child's behaviour, you do it through clear consequences, not through anger. You calmly explain the offence, and then enforce the punishment. It's the only effective method of raising disciplined kids. From TODAY, Voices – Wednesday, 01-Jul-2009 Related articles by Zemanta Struggle (crazyadventuresinparenting.com) Transforming Anger (timesunion.com) Startup Dad (teddziuba.com) Sound Off! How Did You Prepare for Parenth...