“Who wants to be an emotional millionaire?”
September 24, 2007 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Communication, Emotional Development, Self Esteem, Values & Ethics
Happy. Sad.
Most youngsters can recognize these feelings from a very early age.
However, what about the myriad of other feelings that pop up within our hearts?
Anger. Loneliness. Excitement. Jealousy. Worry. Disappointment. Anticipation
The ability to express and recognize our emotions has a tremendous impact on our lives. [...]
“How Do You Love Me?”
July 17, 2007 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Controversial Parenting Styles, Emotional Development, Self Esteem, Values & Ethics
“I love you.”
They are the three sweetest words in our language; wonderful, special words. Yet, the interpretation of these words can be just as distinctive as our fingerprints.
Pronouncing the phrase “I love you” may be the equivalent of physical affection for you, while your child may be one who shies away from hugs and [...]
Five Tips to Kick Start Your Child’s Self Esteem
May 29, 2007 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Communication, Emotional Development, Self Esteem, Words of Inspiration!
If there is one attribute that can change the outcome of a child’s life, I would have to define that as self-esteem.
Low self-esteem can take a youngster to unsavory relationships and achievement far below his or her potential, while a healthy level of confidence will guide a child to shine [...]
NDL- Nonverbal Learning Disorder
January 31, 2007 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Communication, Emotional Development, Problem Solving, Self Esteem
NLD: Nonverbal Learning Disorder
You know him. He’s the one that sits at his desk during recess, reading rather than going outside to play ball with his classmates.
She’s the one that makes foolish remarks when she’s with friends. She’ll say something that is exaggerated or irrelevant to the topic at hand.
He’s awkward, always [...]
Self-Esteem, the Industrial Revolution, & TV
October 3, 2006 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Controversial Parenting Styles, Emotional Development, Self Esteem
Self-Esteem, the Industrial Revolution, and TV
If you were asked “What are the three top characteristic you hope to imbue in your child?” there’s a good chance that self-esteem would be one of your answers.
A healthy level of personal esteem will allow your child to seek achievement, solid relationships, and have the courage to be honest [...]
Avoiding Confrontations!
September 7, 2006 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Conflict Resolution, Self Esteem
“How many times have I told you to do such-and-such?”
It’s the familiar prelude to a power struggle between parent and child.
One of the most common complaints heard from parents is that their children don’t listen to them.
“I have to scream before he will even pay attention to me!” (That child has learned that the [...]
Giving Your Child Effective Attention!
August 23, 2006 by Ellen C. Braun
Filed under Communication, Disciplining Children, Self Esteem
As an Early Childhood educator, I have learned that ATTENTION is a survival need- not a manipulation of adults.
After World War II, orphans living in a clean, hygienic and basically attentive facility did not thrive. In fact, almost half of infants died, despite apparently having all basic needs met. It turned out that the infants [...]
