To Spank or Not to Spank? A Parent’s Guide on Spanking

Spanking- One of the more controversial parenting topics. Recently I had a twitter follower ask for my “view” on spanking.  What a great topic! I know many have passionate views on spanking- on both sides of the fence. Quite a few other parents wonder “What is right? Should I spank or not spank?” Teaching A Toddler Right…

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Sons in Crisis Means “Pay Attention!”

  Is your son in crisis? He is saying “Pay attention!” The word “crisis” appears with regularity in America’s culture these days. It seems just about every problem and situation can be evidence of something much larger that demands our immediate attention. If There’s Trouble-Then There’s Crisis I believe we have a different sort of…

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Parenting Tips: Quick Tips for Parenting Young Men 17-19 Years Old

  I’ve been sharing with you “5 quick tips for parenting” boys 11-13 and 14-16 years old.  This age group is unique and I’ll tell you why.  They are or should be young adults at this point.  They do still need parenting and more importantly, he needs help outlining “critical next steps” and his “exit…

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Parenting Tips: 5 Quick Tips for Boys 11 to 13 Years Old

  I get questions all the time from moms and/or dads looking for parenting tips about what’s happening with their son. After working with over 2,000 boys during the past 20 years, I’ve just about seen it all! I thought it would be good to share some insight into some of the most common situations…

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Saving Our Sons is a Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient

Parents raising boys get recommendation from MCA Saving Our Sons- A Parent’s Guide to Preparing Boys for Success has earned the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award® as a Gold Recipient! It was a banner week here at Lessor & Associates! Saving Our Sons- A Parent’s Guide to Preparing Boys for Success was named a Gold Recipient of…

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Saving Our Sons Sneak Peek – Ethan (A Case Study)

I want to introduce you to a fine young man who worked very hard to overcome his anger. Ethan’s story is one of eight case studies in Saving Our Sons. The following excerpt is from Chapter 11: Ethan. I hope you find value in this glimpse at the deep benefits of The Quest Project®.

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Saving Our Sons Sneak Peak – The Quest Project

  Every quest begins with a question. This was mine: “Why are so many boys suffering, and what can be done to help them?” Here’s a glimpse of how I got my start. The following excerpt is from Chapter 5: The Quest Project. I hope you enjoy! 

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Problem Based Learning

Under normal circumstances problem based learning, or PBL as it’s referred to, is “an approach that challenges children to learn through engagement in a real problem at home or school.” How It Works It’s a great process the schools are using to actually test the problem solving skills of students in various scenarios.  Remember the word problems…

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The Quest Project Graduation

One of my favorite times is The Quest Project® graduation!  It’s a special night for me when I get to honor the work of the young men that have completed The Quest Project® 10 week program. Speak To Us! Over the years I have had many guest speakers attend to offer a story, a life experience and piece of…

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