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One of my parenting heroes, Austrian psychologist Alfred Adler, referred to the development of social interest as Gemeinschaftsgefühle . I call it the development of a sense of ‘other’(it’s easier to pronounce, that’s for sure). Regardless of the name, social interest (Gemeinschaftsgehule) is something we all aspire to for our kids…..or should.

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Michael Grose

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Anxiety and fear can be paralyzing. Some kids simply can’t stop their ‘bad thoughts and feelings’. They can’t silence the voice of fear that whispers to them continually. Here's an approach to use when kids become anxious

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Michael Grose

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What do kids need to thrive in the modern world? There are core characteristics that parents can focus on so they can give kids the best possible start.

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Michael Grose

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There's more than one way to read a book. Thriving! was designed to be read in different ways. Try more than one way to get the most out of this new parenting book.

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Michael Grose

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Raising kids has always been challenging, but today's parents face challenges that parents of past generations did have.

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Michael Grose

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The kitchen table is a parent's best friend. You can build a family around a kitchen table. That's how powerful it is.

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Michael Grose

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Helping kids to communicate their wants, needs and aspirations is a basic task for parents. Some kids whinge, nag or go quiet, when a simple articulated request for assistance is all that's needed.

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Michael Grose

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The language kids hear every day from you impacts on their thinking, self-esteem and self-confidence.