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I recently came across some positive affirmations to say to your kids. I love the idea & was going to share it, but I noticed most were labeling such as "you are smart" (interchanged with others such as good, brave, etc). I'd like to caution that based on research, we actually build up our children's confidence and self efficacy better by praising their effort rather than achievement. Focus on WHAT they are doing a great job on and describe it (e.g., I love how hard you worked on your project, I am so proud of how hard you studied for that test, I love how you just shared your toys with your brother, etc). We want them to be proud of themselves and come to their own realization that they are competent and successful while enjoying the learning process. It can be a hard shift to make, but subtle changes can make a difference in building motivation and a lifetime love of learning!

Very inspiring story!

A tale of mental illness -- from the inside "Is it okay if I totally trash your office?" It's a question Elyn Saks once asked her doctor, and it wasn't a joke. A legal scholar, in 2007 Saks came forward with her own story of schizophrenia, controlled by drugs and therapy but ever-present. In this powerful talk, she asks us to see people with…

Simplifying Childhood May Protect Against Mental Health Issues When I read Kim John Payne's book, Simplicity Parenting one message leapt off the page. Normal personality quirks combined with the stress of "too much" can propel children into the realm of disorder. A child who is systematic may be pushed into obsessive behaviours. A dreamy child may lose the abil…

This is so cute!

Jessica's "Daily Affirmation" Jessica has a day where she's feeling ... really good about her life. ++++FAQ for this video ++++ Q: How old was Jess at the time of the video? A: She'd turn...