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Back to Search#744: Remember the Stages
Episode 744
What developmental stage is your son in?
David Thomas, a family therapist, has divided a boy’s life into five stages.
Until age four, boys are in the…
1 year, 5 months ago
#743: Disciplining or Naming
Episode 743
Are you disciplining your son, or are you naming him?
Many parents are guilty of using phrases like this with our son: “You are so messy” or “You are…
1 year, 5 months ago
#742: A Spark
Episode 742
Ever strike a match?
A single match—or even a single spark from flint and steel—can start a fire. And if provided with enough fuel, that small fire ca…
1 year, 5 months ago
#741: Modeling Frustration
Episode 741
Stuck in traffic? Use the time to teach your son a valuable lesson.
David felt his blood pressure rising one day while driving. He said to his son, “I…
1 year, 5 months ago
#740: Run Like Glen
Episode 740
He was told he’d never walk… but God had other plans.
When Glenn Cunningham was eight, his legs were burned badly in an accident. Doctors suggested a…
1 year, 5 months ago
#739: Day Trip
Episode 739
Want to give your son a boost of confidence? Try this.
Let him plan a fun activity for your family. This could be a day or weekend trip to a zoo, a b…
1 year, 5 months ago
#738: Grandparents
Episode 738
Does your son need his grandparents?
It’s true that there are many children who are raised without their grandparents who do just fine. But child dev…
1 year, 5 months ago
#737: Pressure is Off
Episode 737
Are you trying too hard with your son?
It’s been a long day, and you and your son are raking leaves. It’s rare that you have one-on-one time with you…
1 year, 5 months ago
#736: In Ten Years
Who will your son be in ten years?
In day-to-day parenting, it’s easy to get caught up in how our sons are acting today. Today, your son will throw a…
1 year, 5 months ago
#735: Expert Son
Episode 735
What if you let your son be the expert?
Your boy is surrounded by adults telling him what to do– buckle his seatbelt, pay attention in class, and be …
1 year, 5 months ago