Orphans with parents Recent figures indicated 1.8 million children were adopted in the USA. There are kids who aren't adoptable who still need positive adult interaction. John and Kendra Smiley on January 15, 2015
The strong-willed child’s strong emotions The use of strong emotion is a powerful tool in the strong-willed child’s toolbox. John and Kendra Smiley on January 7, 2015
Are you a cell phone addict? We typically think of it as a teenage dilemma, but cell phone addiction is rampant in the adult world too. John and Kendra Smiley on January 7, 2015
Praising effort vs. ability “Research suggests that when parents praise effort vs. ability, children develop a stronger work ethic and become more motivated.” Let's broaden the scope. John and Kendra Smiley on December 31, 2014
5 causes & cures for the holi-DAZE! It’s not the holidays that cause stress; it’s how we choose to respond to them. It’s time to take a look at the causes and cures for the Holi-DAZE! John and Kendra Smiley on December 10, 2014
Summer jobs for kids Summer is the season for mowing lawns, babysitting, and lemonade stands. John and Kendra Smiley on May 28, 2014
Helicopter parenting Choosing to allow failure is as simple as choosing not to be a helicopter parent. John and Kendra Smiley on November 21, 2013