by Jen Forristal | Mar 10, 2018 | Kindness
We behave the way we do based on everything that has happened to us up to now and what those experiences told us about the world.
For example, some of us have gotten the message along the way that people like us more when we are serious or funny – rule followers, or rule breakers. Other experiences might have told us that we get more attention by pouting or bullying – that we should share our feelings openly or keep them inside. Each little experience starts to shape our paradigm of the world and leads us to act the way we do in any given moment.
As you help your child negotiate the relationships in their lives, remind them often that the other person has a story too. When your child can see this story, their empathy goes up and so in turn does their kindness toward that person.
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by Jen Forristal | Mar 5, 2018 | Kindness
“Treat everyone with kindness, even those who are rude to you – not because they are nice, but because you are” – Author Unknown
This week, we challenge you to give kindness to someone who may be struggling with anger, close mindedness or other frustrating qualities. Empowerment is about feeling you have a choice. Giving kindness in tough situations is powerful and shows your children that kindness is always within your control.
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by Jen Forristal | Feb 23, 2018 | Purpose
It is often the most difficult moments of our lives that guide us to our purpose.
I had the pleasure of getting together with Mike Coots on a recent trip to Hawaii. Mike was bitten by a shark while surfing many years ago and has since dedicated much of his life to the protection of sharks as well as to helping others with prostheses challenge their limits.
Watching Mike’s story is a great way for you kids to understand how these difficult parts of life can actually be the best things that happened to us. Watch his story here.
Thanks Mike for showing us what this important skill looks like in action! You can learn more about Mike at mikecoots.com.
by Jen Forristal | Feb 17, 2018 | Purpose
Helping your child ‘action’ purpose will go much further than just helping them to say the words!
Learn more in today’s purpose building video tip with Dr. Jen below or on our Facebook page.
by Jen Forristal | Feb 12, 2018 | Purpose
Today’s tip for building purpose is to help your child identify which of their umbrella skills are strong.
Using your strongest umbrella skills, like kindness or empathy, shows other people in the world how to use these skills, too.
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