We are constantly teaching our teenagers what works. Whatever behavior you reward you should get more of. Whatever behavior you punish you should see less of. Simple.… Read more “What Behavior Do You Reward”
When the Leadership is Divided
When you and your spouse made the sacred vows it probably included the words “for better or for worse”. Maybe you wondered how bad “worse” will get.… Read more “When the Leadership is Divided”
Fear Based Parenting
Emotions are poor decision makers. We must not parent out of emotion, especially fear. Fear tends to either propell us to paralysis or makes us control freaks… Read more “Fear Based Parenting”
Oxygen Masks
In working with troubled teens these last 15 years, I think I have come to the opinion that getting parents help is just as important (maybe more… Read more “Oxygen Masks”
The Modern Connection Paradox
I imagine never in human history since the creation of language has humanity been more connected, and at the same time we are endangered of being the… Read more “The Modern Connection Paradox”
Learning The Kingdom
Humans learn new information by comparing it to old information. For example, if I look at an odd chair at Ikea, how to I know it’s an… Read more “Learning The Kingdom”
Suicide Sucks
There is no way to get over you. No matter if you leave us intentionally or accidentally, from an overdose or a bullet, from a text-and-wreck or… Read more “Suicide Sucks”
Focused Forward
Running forward while looking backwards doesn’t work out too well, does it? Have you ever tried that and found yourself veering off to the side? What if… Read more “Focused Forward”
Grace for the Brave
Paranoia abounds in our culture, especially as it relates to our children. When parents are afraid for their young they are quick to turn and attack anyone… Read more “Grace for the Brave”
Singling Out The Enabler
Think about this verse as it relates to parenting: “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall,… Read more “Singling Out The Enabler”
