Raising great kids
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Whippman points out that patriarchy is not only terrible for women and girls, it ultimately works against boys and men too. It keeps them closed off, lonely, and isolated. I agree with her. Boys need to be taught that it’s okay to talk about their feelings and to want strong relationships. If they were taught these things, they may grow into differ... See more
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Recover quickly. After every point you lose, recover quickly. After every game you lose, recovery quickly. Don’t wallow in loss. After brain surgery, recover quickly.
In his words: “It’s okay to cry. It’s okay to feel lonely. It’s okay to be sad. It’s okay to feel that you are disappointed in yourself or in someone else. It’s okay. But what’s import... See more
In his words: “It’s okay to cry. It’s okay to feel lonely. It’s okay to be sad. It’s okay to feel that you are disappointed in yourself or in someone else. It’s okay. But what’s import... See more
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treating our children, not as they are, but as we hoped they would become.
Adele Faber • Siblings Without Rivalry: How to Help Your Children Live Together So You Can Live Too
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