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September 8, 2014

6 Tips for Practical Acceptance

by John Salmon
We all long for acceptance. We want to be an integral part of a group, especially our family. Feeling accepted creates a sense of safety and security. Knowing others accept us gives us a sense of personal value. It helps us realize that “I am loved no matter what.” If we do not feel accepted,...
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September 6, 2014

Dear Children, The Real Reason I Make You Do Chores

by John Salmon
Children, sometimes I ask you to help around the house or in the yard. Sometimes I may even expect you to do quite a bit. So, I feel as though I need to tell you the real reason I expect you to do chores. Contrary to what you might think, it is not so I...
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September 1, 2014

Dunkin’ Donuts & A Better Behaved Child

by John Salmon
I stood in line at Dunkin’ Donuts when a mother and her young son entered the store. They line was moving very slow. As we waited for the opportunity to pick out our donuts, this boy’s excitement began to bubble over. Suddenly, the levee that contained his excitement broke. He burst out into loud sounds,...
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August 16, 2014

The Hardest Word–A Testimony

by John Salmon
I agree with Elton John when he sings, “Oh it seems to me that sorry seems to be the hardest word.” Still, I have to say it. My actions and words have driven a wedge between my wife and me. I have torn at the fabric of our relationship. I acted inappropriately. No, that sounds...
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August 15, 2014

A Neglected Ingredient in Your Child’s Happiness

by John Salmon
Many factors contribute to the emotional health, happiness, and success of our children. As parents we work hard to bring those factors together in our children’s lives. After all, we want happy, successful children. We want children who have resilient emotional health. To that end, we seek out opportunities for our children. We introduce them...
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August 9, 2014

10 Family Sayings You Can Take to the Bank

by John Salmon
There are certain phrases that every family needs to practice on a consistent basis. These sayings are priceless. You can take them to the bank–the Family Bank of Honor that is–and get a great return on your investment. So, here is an investment challenge: make an intentional effort to include these phrases in your daily interactions with...
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July 28, 2014

8 Ways to Teach Children to Be Kind to Others

by John Salmon
Model kindness. You didn’t think I would start anyplace else, did you? Whatever we want our children to learn, we have to practice ourselves. So, be kind to your children. Be kind to your spouse. Be kind to friends. Be kind to strangers. Encourage children to think kindly about others. Here are three ways you...
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July 27, 2014

A Great Way to Win an Argument

by John Salmon
If you have been married for any length of time, you know that arguments happen. If you have ever parented a teen, you definitely know that arguments happen. And arguments escalate. Each person conspires to make the other person understand “what I’m saying.” Defensiveness increases. Voices get louder. Heart rates begin to increase. Breathing accelerates....
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July 21, 2014

6 Phrases to Avoid in Families

by John Salmon
I remember the saying, “If you don’t have anything good to say, don’t say anything at all.” I see the truth of that statement more and more as I age. Some things are just better left unsaid. Here are six phrases that are better left unsaid in families. These phrases can devastate family relationship and...
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July 19, 2014

Get Your Child’s Head in the Game with MEATT

by John Salmon
Parents like to see their children perform well. Who am I kidding? I like to see my children perform well. In fact, if you are like me, you may get more nervous than your children do when they get out on the field for the big game or up on stage for the first act....
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