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Self Esteem-This One’s For The Girls

I’m sure you’ve seen her. You might even know her. That super confident, always poised person who isn’t swept up in the opinions of others. Her healthy social relationships are relaxed and joyful. Although she values her friends and family, she’s strong enough to make good decisions without crumbling to the pressure or expectations of [...]

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How Our Self-Esteem Affects Our Children

“One filled with joy preaches without preaching.” –Mother Theresa Mother Theresa’s adage could go on to say, “One filled with guilt preaches without preaching, one filled with low self-worth preaches without preaching, fill in the blank…it works for just about anything you struggle with. How we present ourselves to the world is important. And it [...]

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Eliminating Verbal Clutter

When my kids brought home the common “shut-ups” it was harmless at first. When it turned into an angry demand directed at a sibling I put into practice what my friend, Tracy suggested. SHUT UP BUCKS. Whoever said shut up had to pay the receiver $1. It only took once. We all want our kids [...]

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29 Ways to Combat Depression

1.Eat smart – There is a connection between mind and body. A healthy diet not only fuels your body, but it also helps you feel better. Limit fat and sugar.  Build your diet around plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to help improve both your health and stabilize your mood. 2. Eat small meals [...]

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Tell-tail Signs of Low-Self-Esteem

Tell-tail Signs of Low-Self-Esteem Wondering how your children stack up on the self-esteem scale? Although there’s no sure-fire way to gauge and grade self-esteem, there are some key signs to look for: 1. Does your child avoid activities or situations that cause anxiety (i.e. math class or PE)? 2. Does your child repeatedly put down [...]

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Self-Esteem Thermometer

As I’ve said before, it’s never too late to begin to affirm and build up your child. Knowing that he is loved and appreciated goes a long way in boosting and building a good self-image in him. But how do you know if your words are sinking in and helping him feel more self-secure? First [...]

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