Parenting Tips
Raising Sons: Could He Have PTSD?
Raising Sons & PTSD Did you know that PTSD is not exclusive to our military servicemen? We hear about “post- traumatic stress disorder” (PTSD) most often as a result of some of the horrific sights our young men witnessed while serving in the military. What Is PTSD Many times, a parent misses the signs…
Read MoreParenting Boys: The Importance of Activity
Parenting Boys and the Importance of Sports Activity You’ve heard it said many times “boys are physical and visual!” That statement is not only true, it’s proven. This inspired me to write about parenting boys and sports activity. Sports enables adolescent boys to get mentoring from a coach and a “release” of stored/pent-up energy with their peers. Keep Your Son…
Read MoreRaising Sons? Signs He’s Becoming A Man
From a Boy To a Man How will you know when your adolescent son begins to transition into a man? It won’t happen overnight, and there will be times when you wish it would! Signs of Change: Your Son’s Becoming a Man At approximately 11-13 yrs. of age “on average” a boy produces a greater amount of testosterone. The production…
Read MoreParenting Tip: Dad This One’s for You
I’ve devoted this blog to the fathers out there who are committed to being the best DAD they can be. Typically, when I refer to dad in my blogs, I emphasize and stress the importance of a “responsible, healthy and safe dad,” or in the absence of dad a “responsible, healthy and safe mentor” like grandpa, uncle or…
Read MoreGood News! The Quest Project Is Coming To You
What happens when requests begin to flow in asking for The Quest Project® in other cities and towns? We deliver! I am excited to present: The Quest Project Weekend Intensive Program as an option for our many followers who have reached out and asked: “how can we get this program in our area?”
Read MoreParenting Sons: 5 Things You Need To Know About Peer Pressure
Peer Pressure and Healthy Male Mentor As your adolescent boy grows and matures it is increasingly important that he has a strong relationship with dad; if dad is healthy and safe. If that is not the case, a healthy male mentor (grandpa, uncle, stepdad, coach). You hear me say this often, I have dads tell me they’re doing…
Read MoreRaising Sons? Does He Struggle With Anxiety?
As a Licensed Professional Counselor(LPC), I see a fair number of clients with anxiety. Maybe they lost a job or their marriage is failing. Recently I am seeing adolescent boys on a regular basis struggling with anxiety. What Is Anxiety? In general, anxiety is a term used for nervousness, fear, apprehension and worry. Chronic anxiety can lead to, or…
Read MoreParenting Tip: Conflict Resolution Examples
Conflict Resolution: Conversation Examples I chose two of the conflicts I see frequently between an adolescent boy and his parent. Conflict Resolution Tool State the facts: Who, What, When and Where Make a judgment: A judgment is an “I think you or me statement” about self and about other person State feeling: The Big Four-mad, sad,…
Read MoreParenting Tip: How to Resolve Conflict
Parenting & Conflict Conflict is a part of life. I know people who thoroughly enjoy conflict and others who avoid it at all costs. One of the cornerstones I cover with adolescent boys and their parents is “conflict resolution.” By utilizing my process the family is able to communicate more effectively and peacefully. You-You-You One of…
Read MoreMidwest Book Review Recommends “Saving Our Sons: A Parent’s Guide to Preparing Boys for Success” for Their Parenting Shelf
Thumbs Up Getting reviews on work you’ve put your heart and soul into is so gratifying! Don’t we all love getting a thumbs up? The Quest Project® continues to have one success after the next. One of this week’s highlights was being reviewed by Midwest Book Review. Established in 1976, Midwest Book Review publishes…
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