The Parent Coach Monthly Newsletter Coach Notes

18 Ways to Avoid Power Struggles, Jane Nelsen — Eighteen Ways to Avoid Power Struggles examines the dynamics of power struggles and the pivotal role parents play in escalating or eliminating them. Specific suggestions based on sound parenting principles are given to illustrate a variety of ways parents can remove themselves from the power struggle without winning or giving in.

The Significant Seven, Stephen Glenn and Jane Nelsen — The Significant Seven summarizes the groundbreaking work of Dr. H. Stephen Glenn. His universal research revealed that children who become successful adults possess 7 significant skills and perceptions. Each of the significant seven are discussed in relation to the role of parents in helping children develop them.

Taming the Entitlement Monster, Cheryl Gibson Smith and Annette Sibley - Parents unwittingly create Entitlement Monsters when they overindulge their children.  A seven-step plan is laid out to help parents teach the critical life skills of self-discipline, initiative, responsibility, hard work and deferred gratification.

Parenting Gifts That Last a Lifetime, Cheryl Gibson Smith - There are three simple gifts parents can give their children that will provide a strong foundation for building a fulfilling life. These gifts help children become independent, successful adults and help ensure that the parent/child relationship is solid throughout life.

Secrets of Successful Students...What Every Parent Needs to Know, Cheryl Gibson Smith and Annette Sibley - Parents play a critical role in helping their children become successful students. This article explores the 3 key resources children need to become motivated, independent learners.

Raising Drug Resistant Teens, Terry Gibney and Cheryl Gibson Smith - Parents can be very instrumental in helping their teens become drug-resistant from the inside out. This article explores the historical forces that have put children at risk for substance abuse and details the positive steps parents can take to reverse the trend.

Ten Tips for Avoiding Party Planning Pitfalls, Wanda Pennix and Cheryl Gibson Smith - Birthday parties can create a lifetime of cherished memories. This article provides ten guidelines that lead to party planning success for children for any age.

Summertime: Setting Sail for Adventure or Missing the Boat?, Cheryl Gibson Smith - Planning the perfect summer schedule for your child can be overwhelming. This article addresses the three main things every parent needs to consider when planning a fabulous summer for their child.

Temperament: Shaping Personality and Approach to Life, Cheryl Gibson Smith - Every child is born with a unique personality and approach to learning about the world. This uniqueness is found in The Nine Temperaments, a set of qualities and characteristic s that contribute to individual personalities. Understanding your child’s temperaments will give you valuable information about who your child is and why your child behaves the way he does. With this understanding and acceptance you can help your child reach his full potential.

Real Reality: Antidote to Media Madness, Cheryl Gibson Smith - Today’s children are increasingly plugged into electronic media. Parents worry about how much is too much. This article explores the art and science of balancing the use of electronic media for children’s optimal growth and development.

When Punishment and Rewards Fail, Annette Sibley, Ph.D. - This article reviews why punishment and rewards fail and explains how natural and logical consequences have long term influence on children’s behavior and a sense of personal competence, responsibility, and respect.

Don't Wait for Diabetes, Annette Sibley, Ph.D. and Kim-Tai DeMars. - The lifestyle of children today is increasing their risk for developing diabetes. Each year, more than 13,000 children are diagnosed with diabetes. Some of the risk factors for diabetes are associated with lifestyle and are very easy to address with benefits for the whole family. Managing diabetes is most successfully done in partnership between parents and the child.


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