Have you witnessed or exercised poor parenting and can spot the signs a mile away? You're not alone. After a parent asked the internet for instant signs of lousy parenting, these were the most agreed-upon responses. These opinions are from a recent online forum. 1. Dismissal of Emotions How crucial emotional intelligence is when dealing with others...
Raising kids is a handful. Kids are often dramatic without the tools adults develop to navigate the emotional landscape. For example, someone posed the question about dealing with a teenager who yells at you and slams the door in your face. While I recall the "do you pay bills here" response I heard as a child,...
Kazakhs are famous for their right-of-passage eagle hunting. The son must climb dangerous cliffs in search of a juvenile eagle he can train to hunt one day. Boys as young as seven must scale treacherous ledges in various weather, risking death to achieve their heroic status as tribe members. This sink-or-swim mentality is prevalent among many...
Becoming a parent is an exciting and fulfilling experience but comes with many responsibilities. While raising children can be the most rewarding thing in the world, many people look back on their pre-parenting years and wish they had done certain things differently. From traveling to pursuing hobbies, there are plenty of experiences that parents often...