The desire to love is not itself love…Love is an act of will—namely an intention and action. Will also implies choice. We do not have to love. We chose to...

In all parts of their lives, children with great manners have a powerful advantage over those who do not. They make friends easier, get along better with their teachers, and...

We can teach our children respect, self-control and so many other qualities through our relationships and daily interactions. The entire goal of life is to be happy, a...

Reflecting on what I have learned from my fifty years of playing my flute, I was struck by a few key lessons that apply to family dynamics as...

Parents can combat societal pressures with the right approach. Learn three tips that help parents have a much stronger influence than their friends or social...

Parenting is tricky business. For twenty years, your job is to teach and guide him or her. Then comes the day when they are all grown up, ready to move out and live on their...

"Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives… Connection is the energy that is created between people when they feel seen, heard and...

Control is a basic human need. All of us fight to gain power and feel in control of our lives. Through giving choices, we can learn to share the control and give our child...

By sharing the thinking with our children, we provide them the opportunity to grapple with the consequences of their...

Our children need to gain their own experience, wisdom, strength and confidence through making their own choices. If we make their decisions for them and rescue them when...