“Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.” –John Wooden I wasn't going to do this. I promised myself that I wouldn't go here again. I told myself that I … [Read more...] about 6 Steps to Developing Success Characteristics
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Trust the Group
Parents second-guess many decisions made when their children were young but we all did the best we could. Last night I saw a scary movie meant for children and immediately my thoughts went to Chelsey and Katie. When scary movies became too frightening for Katie she would run … [Read more...] about Trust the Group
Vegetarian Parenting – Is it Possible?
I met my husband in college. Back then we had both already converted to some form of veggie lifestyle. I was a vegetarian for environmental reasons (didn't want the rain forest being mowed down to make pasture, etc.) and he was vegan for ethical reasons (he didn't think it was … [Read more...] about Vegetarian Parenting – Is it Possible?
Parents Anonymous Groups and the White Sneakers
Parents Anonymous welcomes every parent (or someone in a parenting role) to the groups no matter who they are or where they come from. A new member once told our group about another parenting support group she had attended a short time before. She felt as though she had a … [Read more...] about Parents Anonymous Groups and the White Sneakers
Self-Esteem In Children: What Is Our Role?
Most parents would never intentionally hurt their children, but unfortunately some do. Our self-esteem and what other people think of us are sometimes at the opposite ends of the scale. If I evaluate my worth, I take into account the volunteer work I do and how others value me … [Read more...] about Self-Esteem In Children: What Is Our Role?
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to