Oino Knows How to Win / IJF.org
Zelim Tckaev (AZE) enjoyed a smooth run to the final of the lightest men’s category of the second day of competition in Paris. The last fight of his campaign may not be so trouble-free though as Yuhei Oino (JPN) is ready with an opposing style and a calm sharpness, both difficult to overcome. Final, Zelim […]
5 signs you’re overparenting—and how to raise resilient kids
It’s a familiar scene: Your kid is stuck on a problem or upset about a situation. Before they’ve even finished explaining, you swoop in with solutions. That’s what good parents do, right? But when rescuing becomes routine, it undermines the skills kids need to build confidence and resilience. As a clinical psychologist who works with […]
How To Do Less For Your Kids: 3 Things That Help Anxious Parents Hover Less | Elaine Taylor-Klaus & Diane Dempster
Parents ask this question all the time: “I can see my kid struggling, so how do I help without enabling them?” It’s a fair concern. Most parents swing between two extremes. Some push too hard, convinced they know what’s best, and end up frustrated when their child resists or shuts down. Others step in too […]
Opinion | How to Find a Date in a Country with Over 30 Million Extra Men
new video loaded: How to Find a Date in a Country with Over 30 Million Extra Men transcript Back transcript How to Find a Date in a Country with Over 30 Million Extra Men A decade after the end of the one-child policy, China has over 30 million so-called surplus men. Can this dating boot […]
Stop asking ‘How was school today?’ To raise successful kids, ask 7 questions instead
“My child won’t tell me anything about their day!” It’s a common concern I hear from parents in my psychotherapy office. They’re hoping to gain a glimpse into their child’s world. But asking “How was school today?” usually leads to a one-word answer. As a therapist and the author of “13 Things Mentally Strong Parents […]
How to say ‘no’—and get them to listen
Saying “no” is essential in parenting. But setting limits shouldn’t start and end with that one word. As a certified child life specialist and licensed therapist, I know that saying “no” is meant to help kids feel safe, supported, and understood. I often help kids understand: “Your parents aren’t saying ‘no’ to control you, they’re […]
How to nurture infant microbiomes for a lifetime of good mental health
Families who garden together have more diverse microbiomes Halfpoint Images/Getty Images New parents have plenty to fret about – sleeping, feeding, the colour of their newborn’s poo – but their baby’s microbiome probably isn’t high on the list. According to experts, it should be. “The first 1000 days of life are incredibly important for seeding […]
How to help manage storm anxiety
Thunder making you a little jumpy? It’s a familiar feeling among South Floridians, especially this time of year. And according to the American Meteorological Society, it’s common. About eight in 10 people have experienced some form of fear related to weather. Yet children and young adults are often even more susceptible to this phenomenon. The […]
How to help young kids cope with separation anxiety in going to school
On her first full day of preschool, Alexander Lane’s 3-year-old daughter stayed in the car for an hour at drop-off because she didn’t want to go inside. On the second day, she entered class in tears. But by the third day, she eagerly ran into the classroom. Starting preschool or kindergarten is a milestone, but […]
How I get my kids to listen—in 5 seconds or less
Recently, I was talking to my two middle-school sons about the importance of listening the first time they’re asked to do something, especially when it really matters. But before I got far, my oldest interrupted, rolling his eyes: “Bruh, it’s not that deep.” “FYI, I’m not your bruh,” I replied. The exchange reminded me of […]