Building Relationships With Neighborhood Families
In the age of the internet, fewer and fewer people really get to know their neighbors! According to a recent study, over half of us don’t even interact with our neighbors once a week! There are so many benefits to knowing your neighbors, from having someone to housesit when you travel, to expanding your child’s […]
Raising Your Child to be Well-Rounded
We often talk about the value of people being well-rounded. We love meeting people who can do many things, and glorify some level of self-sufficiency. College students are commonly shamed for being unable to whip up a meal and an essay equally well. We see how important it is to be well-rounded as people enter […]
Raising Your Child to Become An Optimist
While there are pros and cons to everything, it is pretty well established that being optimistic and having high expectations is a benefit in the long run. Here are a few ways you can raise your child to be an optimist! 1. Teach them positive self-talk It’s easy for kids to learn negative self-talk as […]
How To Parent Your Child From A United Front
As parents, you and your partner have an (often underrated) ability to set the tone for your home and your family. When you prioritize being active, your children learn that being active and healthy is important. When you live out your faith in day-to-day life, they learn that their faith is more than a Sunday […]