Family Fun for Better Communication
As I listen around to families, one thing seems to be common to many: most of our communication is task-oriented. …
Tag Archives: improving communication with teens
The Pinky Pledge
At the end of the class I’m currently teaching, “Sugar and Spice…Considering Our Teen Girls,” a mom approached me to …
Never too old. . . .
Despite our kids’ “cool” demeanor, I am always surprised when I offer kids a chance to do something “crafty,” how …
Roses, thorns and buds for dinner
In case you thought it was just YOUR house, almost every parent I know reports that dinner conversation is tough …
Rock Tumbler: Middle School
Whenever we take a road trip, I have a family member who loves to stop at the odd, hole-in-the-wall type …
Traditions Build Family Strength
With the start of a new school year, one can almost anticipate the return of old tensions (“is your homework …
This Fall, Will They Invent Their Own Paths?
Just because summer is coming to an end doesn’t mean that fun and creativity need to! In fact, one way …
As School Approaches, Something to Think About
Father Sarducci’s 5 Minute University Don’t forget to share this fun with your kids! You may even want to tell …
Invincibility…NOT Invisibility!?#%!
We’re talking INVINCIBILITY NOT invisibility! As I coach parents of teens, I see that often parents are quite troubled by …
Creating New, Improved Communications, Together
One of the most common coaching questions, as well as most common class questions, I receive has to do with …
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