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25.01.2022 A few months ago, my older daughter told me there was an article being widely shared among young people on social media that basically said: Kids who talk back ...to their parents are likely to be more successful than those who don’t. Really? Of course, I HAD to find out more, so I searched it. Sure enough, research from the University of Virginia found that kids and teens who regularly argued with their parents were better prepared to deal with disagreements outside of the home. The kids who learned it was acceptable to disagree with parents, while remaining calm, were better able to stand up to peer pressure and confidently set boundaries in the real world. I can’t tell you how many times I have thought about that study or reminded my spouse when our teenagers refuse to back down when they feel strongly about something or believe the way they are approaching a task is the right way for them. My recovering control-freak/task master gets a bit uncomfortable in those moments but then I remember, not only is this behavior a natural part of becoming independent, but it is also preparation for becoming an adult who speaks up for oneself and for what is right. Being a parent in today’s world means navigating tough territories with no map. The more perspectives like this that we can acquire, the more relief we’ll feel about our children’s behavior, as well as our uncomfortable feelings towards it. It’s helping me to acknowledge that I have many years ahead wherein my kids will fight for their independenceand it will not only be inconvenient and messy but greatly worrisome and, at times, offensive and painful. In those moments, I will consider the alternative: a young adult who never wants to leave the house and the shelter of her parents’ instruction. It will serve me well to remember that a young person exerting control over her own choiceseven when it is not pleasant and feels like pushbackis a vital part of growing into adulthood. And should all else fail, I will refer to what may be the most profound words ever written about an adult’s place in a child’s miraculous journey by John A. Taylor: Childhood isn’t a time when he is molded into a human who will then live life; he is a human who is living life. No child will miss the zest and joy of living unless these are denied him by adults who have convinced themselves that childhood is a period of preparation. How much heartache we would save ourselves if we would recognize the child as a partner with adults in the process of living, rather than always viewing him as an apprentice. How much we would teach each otheradults with the experience and children with the freshness. How full both our lives could be. Mr. Taylor’s words contain pressure-relieving wisdom for navigating the unknown territories of parenting today. We need not know it all or control it allwe receive far more of what we all need when we partner, listen, and learn. So, let opinions be voiced let confidence rise let laughter ensue. Who knows? We might just hear some world-changing wisdom in that young voice being raised. --Rachel Macy Stafford, modified from the book #LiveLoveNow Thank you to those reading and sharing my book, LIVE LOVE NOW, like this physician’s assistant in a pediatric practice: Rachel, I wanted to sincerely thank you for this book. It has given me the tools to address some tough issues with the teens that I see in my office, as well as the tools to help me with my own tween and soon-to-be teen. I love this book so much! If I could, I would give it to all parents. Since reading this book, I talk to these amazing teens about how they really matter and how much I respect their courage, determination, creativity, and resiliency. I have taken to sending each one a personal note a few weeks after their visits. I will let you know how this turns out. With sincere gratitude, S LIVE LOVE NOW > https://amzn.to/36LRkXV

24.01.2022 Are you in the habit of yelling to get your children to listen? Do you end up nagging them to get them to do what you want them to do? Only to later regret bein...g so cranky? You are not alone! Many of us don’t know what else to do and in exasperation we end up yelling, nagging and even sometimes resorting to sarcasm and name-calling. When these approaches have become your go to, it's hard to know how to stop. Here’s the great news Habits can be changed! That is why committing to 21 days of small incremental changes will have significant impact. So, join us over 21 days starting 8 February and watch how simply and quickly things can improve. Take out your calendar and get ready to start counting down the days to a calmer household. Invite another parent to join the challenge with you. Being accountable to yourself and others will mean that you are more likely to succeed! We can’t wait to share our daily tips and hear what a difference it makes to you and your family! Let us know if you are joining the challenge and how you hope we can support you.

10.01.2022 Very useful article on helping siblings get along better.

07.01.2022 Get ready! Get set! Go! Follow etiaorg: Instagram & Facebook. Are you in the habit of yelling to get your children to listen? Do you end up nagging them to get... them to do what you want them to do? Only to later regret being so cranky? You are not alone! Many of us don’t know what else to do and in exasperation we end up yelling, nagging and even sometimes resorting to sarcasm and name-calling. When these approaches have become your go to, it's hard to know how to stop. Here’s the great news Habits can be changed! That is why committing to 21 days of small incremental changes will have significant impact. So, join us over 21 days starting 8 February and watch how simply and quickly things can improve. Take out your calendar and get ready to start counting down the days to a calmer household. Invite another parent to join the challenge with you. Being accountable to yourself and others will mean that you are more likely to succeed! We can’t wait to share our daily tips and hear what a difference it makes to you and your family! Let us know if you are joining the challenge and how you hope we can support you. See more

02.01.2022 I'm excited to be teaching P.E.T. again this October! P.E.T. is fabulous parenting course where you can: Learn skills for building warm loving relationships with your kids Learn how to get your kids to listen to you!... Gain more co-operation from your kids Learn how to deal with meltdowns & tantrums Solve problems without resorting to threats, bribes or punishment Create more harmonious family relationships See more