Who doesn’t want kids who recognize all the good things in life and express gratitude for them? Unfortunately, our sweet baby angels aren’t born grateful, but according to developmental psychologist ...
Thanksgiving is a time for friends, family, food, and, of course, gratitude. If you’re on the hunt for entertaining ways to help your family express their gratitude this Thanksgiving, look no further!
But teaching kids about gratitude isn’t just sitting down for these heartwarming gestures. It’s more. There are opportunities to teach the skill in all sorts of everyday interactions. Here’s how to ...
With the holiday season upon us, I could write about ways to survive your family, company holiday parties, or what to do with the kids who can't wait for presents. Instead, I want to give you the gift ...
The Gratitude Game is a fun way to teach kids about thankfulness. Are you looking for a way to teach children about thankfulness in a way that’s fun? Try playing Gratitude Pick-up Sticks. It’s a game ...
WEEK. MEREDITH: SOME PEOPLE MAY HAVAE HARD TIME RECONNECTING. A COUPLE OF WAYS TO RELIEVE YOUR STRESS AND CONCERN. >> GOOD MORNING. ARE YOU FEELING GRATEFUL? MEREDI:TH WE ARE GRATEFUL YOU HAVE BEEN ...
Recently, one of my friends was venting about her teenage daughter being “so ungrateful!” She asked me, “How can she not know how much she has?” This mom isn’t alone. Parents hope (or expect!) that ...
With Thanksgiving nearly here and Christmas following quickly after, parents hope that their kids will not only receive — but give during this holiday season. "With my grandkids this year, I feel a ...
Ever since her kids were tots, Austin mom Natalie Chodniewicz, 46, has played a game she calls Popcorn Thanks. At any moment, they would stop to say what they were thankful for, and the ideas of ...
Do you like being told what to do? If you’re like me, the only time you appreciate it is when you’re too tired to pick a place for takeout. Kids don’t love being bossed around either. As adults, we ...
“What are you grateful for today?” This question was difficult for 14-year-old “Claire” — a patient of mine whose real name I’m not using to protect her privacy — to answer when she first started ...
After a full day of work and school, Jennifer Coffman carves out quality time with her 13-year-old son, Donovan. Board games are her thing. But this is more Donovan's speed. Her boys love ultimate ...