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Shielding Kids from Toxic Anxiety (Anxious Child Part 2)
What can parents do to shield children from toxic anxiety? Plenty! Here are a few powerful ways to lead your child to greater calm.
Why Are Our Kids So Anxious? (Anxious Child Part 1)
Many kids experience anxiety. How do you know when a child’s anxiety is a problem? What’s the cause of clinical anxiety in kids?
The Benefits of Gratitude (Ep. 17)
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Cultivating gratitude benefits parents in many ways, including better physical and emotional health. Most important of all, gratitude is the gateway to a holiness.
Social Integrity (Signs of Emotional Health)
In this third article in my “Signs of Emotional Health” series, I tackle “social integrity.” Teens with integrity can hold on to a sense of themselves and maintain their boundaries and values, even while with their peers.
The Problem with Self-Pity (Ep. 16)
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When life doesn’t go our way, it’s okay to feel badly initially, but as Catholic Christians we don’t want to become stuck in self-pity. How can we break the self-pity habit?
When Your Preschooler Hits
Is your preschooler going through a hitting phase? In this article, I explain why preschoolers often hit, and I offer a few practical tips for addressing the behavior.
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