The Power of Affirmation
Remember the power of affirming your child. Catch him or her in the act of doing something right today and offer your praise!
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Cleaning House: Raising Responsible Kids
Is your home becoming a palace of entitlement? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and author Kay Wills Wyma discuss her eye-opening book entitled, Cleaning House. After realizing her five children expected to be served at every turn, Kay embarked on a 12-month experiment to teach them responsibility and a strong work ethic. Proverbs 22:6 says, “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it.”
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Accidental Reinforcement
Mr. and Mrs. Weakknee are having dinner guests, and they put three-year-old Ricky to bed at seven o'clock. They know Ricky will cry, as he always does, but what else can they do? Indeed, Ricky cries
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Help for Parents of Prodigal Children, Part 2
Allison Bottke shares practical advice to struggling parents, and encourages moms and dads to develop a plan of action to deal with their rebellious child.
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Help for Parents of Prodigal Children, Part 1
Allison Bottke shares the story of her own wayward son, and reminds parents to never forget the restorative love of Jesus Christ. Joshua 1:9 says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
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Learning Styles – Part 2
Former First Lady Abigail Adams once said, “Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence.” On today’s Family Talk broadcast, you will hear the conclusion to Dr. Dobson’s classic interview with author and speaker, Cynthia Tobias. She fields various audience questions about homeschooling vs. public schools, instilling proper motivation through positive reinforcement, and the church’s responsibility in educating children spiritually.
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Learning Styles – Part 1
If you have a strong-willed child struggling in school, and your frustration levels are through the roof, you may want to turn up the volume and lean into today’s classic edition of Family Talk. Our host, Dr. James Dobson, and author and speaker, Cynthia Tobias, discuss the myriad of learning styles that exist among children. No matter how hopeless the situation may seem, Cynthia confidently shares that every child can succeed!
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The Temper Tantrums
The next time your toddler throws a tantrum, you might find no reaction to be the best reaction of all.
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Why Kids Test Your Boundaries
My little boy always wants to know just how far I will let him go. Once he has tested me and found I’m serious about what | say, he'll usually cooperate at that point. What is going on in his mind?
Dr. Dobson Minute
When a Child Says “I Hate You”
When a child says "I hate you" let them cool off but don't ignore it. Show them how to handle emotions.
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Dr. James Dobson
Joe Waresak
Dr. Del Tackett
