Food for Thought

Many parents assume that it’s good to praise children’s abilities because it boosts their confidence and self-esteem , which in turn paves the way to success. However, a growing body of research suggests that praising children for their ability can...

Academic pressure can get the best of students if they don’t learn how to deal with it properly. Some helpful tips for students include: Take time to plan Look after yourself Rest when you need to Stay focused Ask for help For more information,...

Digital technology is now an integral part of our lives. As parents it is best to look at our own digital habits to make sure we are providing our children with what they need. This is, the provision of balanced role models who know when to use and...

The important thing to remember is that all emotions are acceptable, but not all behaviors are. When we don’t accept our own emotions, we act them out with our children and our family members in unhealthy ways. 
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Research shows many physical, mental and emotional benefits of having regular family meals together. Some of the specific benefits include: Better academic performance; Higher self-esteem; Greater sense of resilience; Lower risk of substance abuse;...

The holidays do not need to be scheduled from dawn to dusk with every minute accounted for. Ask children for their input, you may be surprised by their ideas! Create a list and stick it on the fridge. Then when you hear the dreaded “I’m bored”, you...

Parents must have a strong sense of their moral authority – their right to be respected and obeyed. The authoritative parent “explains reasons behind demands, encourages give and take and sets standards and enforces them firmly”. Research has found...

Rather than letting failure overcome them and drain their resolve, resilient people find a way to move forward. Psychologists have identified some of the factors that make someone resilient, among them a positive attitude, optimism, the ability to...

Watching your child fail can make you feel helpless, angry and sad. You worry about everything from your child’s self-esteem and social development to their future success. James Lehman explains that while it’s natural for parents to worry about...

The way we speak to ourselves impacts every aspect of our lives. If we are critical and hard on ourselves, we become more stressed, depressed and insecure. Practicing self-compassion can help you become more motivated, self-assured and confident...