by Bonnie Harris | May 24, 2023 | Activities, Anger Management, Coaching & Counseling, Confident Parents, Everyday living, Everyday Parenting, Teens
I often read Meghan Leahy’s advice in her column On Parenting for The Washington Post. I saw this headline, How do I connect with my teen son while respecting his independence, and had to read what she would say to this mom. After all, this is totally my wheelhouse....
by Bonnie Harris | Oct 31, 2022 | Activities, Anxiety, Coaching & Counseling, Confident Parents, education, Everyday living, Everyday Parenting, Guest Articles
This month, Bonnie has invited guest writer, Abi Long, to offer her traveling insights for families. “Having fun with children creates connection. Connection builds relationships. Relationships are what we need to raise our children. So start having more fun,...
by Bonnie Harris | Jun 8, 2022 | Activities, chores, Coaching & Counseling, Communication, Confident Parents, Discipline, education, Everyday Parenting
~ so your kids grow up financially savvy. Ever get sick and tired of kids begging for one more thing? Ever feel taken for granted because your kids don’t appreciate all you do and buy for them? Ever wish your teenager was more responsible with money? Ever wish your...
by Bonnie Harris | Apr 26, 2022 | Activities, education, Everyday living, Everyday Parenting
April 15, 2022 Teresa Siqueira This article first appeared in Porch Playing involves so much more than just having fun. It’s an essential activity for kids to have a healthy development. As parents, you can adapt any space at home and design a playroom where your kids...
by Bonnie Harris | Mar 8, 2022 | Activities, chores, Communication, Confident Parents, Everyday Parenting
I hate the word chores, and I can guarantee your kids do too. Asking kids to do chores is like saying I want you to take on this drudgery, this burden. And then when the expectation is that they should do them willingly because of all you do for them—that’s a...
by Bonnie Harris | Nov 19, 2021 | Activities, Holidays, Questions and Answers
Q. I have four children ranging from 7 to 14. I have struggled with teaching generosity to each. Do you have any advice for developing a gift-giving guideline? A. Developing a generous spirit in children is a process that can’t exactly be taught, but experienced. So...
