Parents often ask me how to help children who are “shy.” It’s a good question and one that many parents bring to me. So here’s an important first question back: What does “shy” really mean? Some children who are considered shy are highly sensitive, meaning very aware of and strongly affected by their environment. Others […]
What is emotional intelligence? It is the ability to identify and manage your own emotional and the emotions of others. This is a critical facet to human relations and building relationships. Acknowledge your child’s perspective and empathize: Even if you can’t “do anything” about what upsets your child, empathize. Just being understood helps humans let […]
Every year, schools requires a series of standardized test to mearsure performance on a state and national level
