Slow learners unlearn or ignore much of what they learned in school about time that is at cross purposes with longterm health and happiness.
The Eternal Child · 18. March 2016
There is no one definition, as it is usually contextual. The real purpose of the rule is to stimulate conversation that leads to better understanding.
The Eternal Child · 10. March 2016
The typical approach is “Here’s how; now don’t do it!” An alternative is to remind your girls of the need to respect themselves.
Children do not fear mistakes because they have an innate understanding that there are lessons in mistakes.
It is tempting to blame the learner for lack of effort or diligence. If you want to see more effort, provide specific, concrete cues that allow the learner to experience immediate improvement. That improvement becomes self-reinforcing.
The Eternal Child · 07. March 2015
It is no wonder children grow into adulthood with negative ideas. Nursery rhymes are often violent, with sad endings. Why not let Humpty Dumpty have a great day, indeed!
The Eternal Child · 03. March 2015
Adolescence is so frustrating for adults because it is the period during which children are struggling toward self-reliance, yet still needing adult guidance to protect them from rash decisions.