Dr. Bob: For the past few years, my wife and I have been kept from seeing our grandchildren, even not allowing us to take them out to lunch. The parents are depriving us of precious time with them. What can we do to reverse this behavior? Answer: Family discord is always a difficult problem. Obviously,…
Toddler at dinnertime and books for children – July 28, 2023
Dr. Bob: How do you get a toddler to sit down for dinner at the table without screaming when you live in an open floor plan where all toys and the tv are easily accessible? Answer: It is very important to set reasonable guidelines for family activities. And dinner is especially one of those times. …
Friend or parent?
Parents can be a friend for their children. These two concepts mix together quite nicely when executed in good faith.
Are we ready for life-long learning?
Active, involved citizens are life-long learners. It takes a significant commitment to be a life-long learner.
Pause, Assess, then Choose
Good citizenship is the hallmark of a civil society. And should be the goal of parenting. Pausing, assessing and choosing correct responses will be the ticket to our success.
The Correctness of political correctnesss
Political correctness is ok and necessary in my view. It serves to adjust our moral compass on an episodic basis.