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Dealing with a child who frequently complains can be challenging and sometimes exhausting. As a parent, it’s natural to feel frustrated, tired, or even helpless

Three Ways to Challenge Your Child to Take Responsibility If your child has not been taking responsibility—whether by not completing chores or schoolwork, or by

Everyone gets frustrated. But if you’re reading this, it’s likely because your child isn’t managing that emotion well. Maybe your child says or does destructive

Disappointment is a natural part of life—but that doesn’t make it easy to handle, especially for children. Whether it’s a canceled playdate, a lost game,

When your kids are fighting, it’s demoralizing. You love them deeply, and when they say and do things to hurt each other, it can feel

Friendships are a key factor in a child’s mental health, happiness, and life success. Research shows that people with strong social connections tend to have

Are you intentionally teaching social and emotional skills in your homeschool? While core academics are essential, research shows that kids who learn how to manage emotions, build healthy relationships, and cope with stress are more likely to succeed academically, socially, and professionally. In this post, clinical psychologist and veteran homeschool mom Dr. Melanie Wilson explains why social and emotional learning (SEL) is a crucial part of your homeschool plan.