Monthly Archives: September 2011
What to Do When You Can’t Set an Example
One of the ways you show your love for your child is by telling him things which are good for him. Like ‘eat healthy food’, ‘get enough exercise and sleep’, ‘plan your work so you can get things done on … Continue reading
When Your Children are Embarrassed by You
“Hello! We’re having a meeting of Grade 3 parents with all the subject teachers on Monday at 8am. It will last one hour. I’m calling to confirm you’ll be coming. You haven’t attended any such sessions over the past 3 … Continue reading
What Would You Say If You Could Only Say One Thing?
Today is the 10th anniversary of the horror that was 9/11. On this day a decade ago, many people didn’t know it, but they had said the last words they would ever say to their loved ones, friends and acquaintances. … Continue reading
The Only Choice You’ll Ever Make
When you agree with somebody, there is no problem. You both feel the same. If there is a difference, it is a difference of degree. You like chocolate fudge sundaes, the other person loves chocolate fudge sundaes. Both of you … Continue reading
The F-word Your Children Want to Hear from You
I enjoy solving puzzles – anything involving words, numbers, and logic. I don’t always get the answer, but I still enjoy the effort. One morning, as I sent my 6-year old off to school, I told her, “I’ve got a … Continue reading
Letting Your Child Make You Happy, and Other Such Ideas
Some widely-accepted strategies to manage conflict are: 1. Separate the wrongdoer from the wrong. 2. Don’t accuse the person. 3. Talk about how the wrong action / words make you feel. Okay, let’s dive in. Your child is pushing your … Continue reading
The Power of an Idea
Ideas are powerful. Saints, intellectuals, thinkers, philosophers, scientists, litterateurs – in short, achievers from all walks of life extol the virtue and power of an idea. Who am I to disagree with them? I, too, believe in the power of … Continue reading
Are You KISSing Your Child Enough?
KISS = Keep It Short and Simple As an adult, you know the value of preparation. Whether it is an exam, a presentation, a job interview, a new project, an athletic endeavor – whatever you want to do, it will … Continue reading
Where are YOU in Your Priority List?
You are a loving parent. You may not be the perfect parent you want to be, but you’re certainly trying your best. At least, you think so. I disagree. You are busting a gut trying to set a good example … Continue reading
When the Boredom Bug Bites
You are a busy person. You have multiple responsibilities and obligations. There are many days when you feel you haven’t had a moment to yourself. But finally, you have some leisure. Ah! What do you do with your leisure time? … Continue reading