Chronic stress—or stress that is consistent and overwhelming for long periods of time—in a parent can lead to behavioral and emotional problems for a child, beginning even before it's born.| Psychology Today
Mistakes are really just opportunities for learning and growth. These thinkers agree.| Psychology Today
Praise for ability is commonly considered to have beneficial effects on motivation. Contrary to this popular belief, six studies demonstrated that praise for intelligence had more negative consequences for students' achievement motivation than praise for effort. Fifth graders praised for intelligenc …| PubMed
Conflict between parents is inevitable—but it doesn’t have to hurt kids. Here’s how to turn a disagreement into a positive lesson.| Greater Good
There’s a big gap between what we called fun in the 60s and what younger generations today label as “dangerous”. This divide comes down to changes in our perception of safety. What we did for kicks in those days might make parents nowadays reach for their helmets, knee pads, and insurance policies. It was a … Continue reading "9 things kids did for fun in the 60s that younger generations would call “dangerous”"| The Expert Editor
Last week at the grocery store, I watched a man about my age reach for the top shelf. His cargo shorts had more pockets than a pool table, and I couldn’t help but smile. Five years ago, that was me — before my daughter staged what she called a “fashion intervention.” Fashion evolves whether we’re … Continue reading "If you’re a boomer who’s still clinging to these 7 outdated wardrobe items, you’re aging yourself by at least a decade"| The Expert Editor
Elegance isn’t about expensive clothes or perfect posture. It’s the energy you bring into a room, the way people feel after interacting with you, the small choices you make when no one’s keeping score. And the truth? Most “downgrades” happen in public—on the train, in cafés, at the checkout line—when we forget that our behavior … Continue reading "8 common public habits that instantly downgrade your elegance"| The Expert Editor
