Day to day life can get so busy – especially for those couples that are parents. We can all use a reminder of some basic mechanisms of being parenting partners. Some of the following reminders may matter more to you than others. But those “others” might just be the very things that matter more to
(Things I am learning while on the job) by Madhurika Rose-Dewil When our children grow into teens, many of us find that inspiring them in Krishna consciousness becomes much harder. They are no longer enthusiastic to imitate us or join in with the devotional activities we initiate. I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking
Infographic: We Can Prevent Childhood Adversity A new CDC infographic shows the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how preventing ACEs can help create neighborhoods and communities where every child thrives. Safe, stable, and nurturing relationships and environments have a positive impact on creating positive childhood experiences. Their benefits can last a lifetime. If
What if your 11-year-old son comes home one day and says he wants to cut off his sika? Or your teenage daughter doesn’t want to wear neck beads because they ruin her look? How about if your kids want to spend time over at the homes of friends who are not devotees? Or you learn
How can we transmit Krishna consciousness to children? Should they be encouraged to do certain practices, like chanting the rounds or getting up early? From a very early age, we must accustom our children to a regulated schedule of devotional activities. To begin with, we can read to them even while they are in the womb. Read to
Use discipline, not punishment Discipline teaches; punishment hurts. When our children need to be corrected, choose a consequence that will teach them and increase their self-esteem rather than hurt them. Hitting does little to positively instruct children. Instead, it teaches them that it is okay to hit others when they are upset.Two types of consequences
Have a great relationship with your child’s mother Research shows that children do best when their loving, biological parents raise them. If you are married, make your relationship the best it can be. Read books on marriage, take seminars, join a couple’s support group, or get counseling from a professional. If you are no longer
Some things, if done consistently, will promote healthy, spiritual interactions amongst family members. One is having a weekly family meeting. At this meeting, you will hear from all family members, children and adults, about what’s going well and what’s not, choose your weekly family activity (Krsna or other uplifting, educational movies or games, physical activity
Empowering couples, families and individuals with skills and techniques based on universal, spiritual principles. You’ve heard it before and may be experiencing it now: Parenting an adolescent or older child can be tough. Frequently, older children can shock you with their self-centered, rude, irrational, ungrateful, lazy and defiant behavior. Believe it or not, these characteristics
Raising kids and realizing Krishna—do they go together? "ONE WHO CANNOT deliver his dependents from the path of repeated birth and death should never become a spiritual master, a father, a husband, a mother, or a worshipable demigod" (Shrimad-Bhagavatam 5.5.18). As a parent I often wonder if I am up to the task. After all,
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Dedicated to His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (ISKCON Founder Acarya)
Dedicated to His Divine Grace
A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (ISKCON Founder Acarya)
