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Too Much Friend Time Part 2: Making Confident Children
Submitted by Nicholeen on Wed, 06/22/2011 - 00:29
Last week I wrote an article which generated a lot of discussion called Can Too Much Friend Time Hurt Children? Since I received so many emails about the topic I feel it is important to address it again. Some people expressed thanks, and others confusion.
Parenting Success Story
Submitted by Nicholeen on Thu, 02/04/2010 - 00:42
Jason Alba, well known author, blogger, and public speaker shared some the Teaching Self-Government successes at his home on this link http://jasonalba.com/2010/02/02/choose-the-right/
It's so great to hear people's successes!
Grandparents Parenting ~ And Principles for Good Communication With Anyone or Any Group
Submitted by Nicholeen on Fri, 01/29/2010 - 15:37
"Grandparents need the lessons taught by Nicholeen. I have 43 grandchildren. As I took care of 5 of them just recently, using the “Family Council” as a way of solving problems (as taught by Nicholeen) was so helpful to me in working with the grandchildren. Thanks, Nicholeen!"
I loved this comment because it shows that the Teaching Self-Government communication principles can be used in all circumstances with any family members or friends. I also find these principles helpful in group settings like teaching church classes or advising scouts or clubs.
Principles to keep in mind in all settings:
Parenting Toddlers and Parenting Teenagers ~Family Government in Action
Submitted by Nicholeen on Wed, 01/13/2010 - 19:56
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Parenting Toddlers ~ Small Successes
Nicholeen,
I've been working with my son Jack for the last six months to appropriately accept correction. He's 21 months old. He'll do something inappropriate, I'll tell him the right thing to do and then say, "You say, 'OK, mom.'" I've been wondering, over the course of the months, if my efforts were in vain. Was he too young? Would he ever get it?
From Spencer
Submitted by Nicholeen on Sun, 11/22/2009 - 19:10
This is Spencer, the father in the show. Thank you so much for your comments about the show and our family. As portrayed in the show, we love to spend as much time with our children as possible. I have realized that someday that my children will be come as I am and that's a sobering thought. It helps me to change things about me that I may not like. Doing this show has been an incredible journey for us and hopefully
Londyn, Age 7, Tells About the BBC World's Strictest Parents
Submitted by Nicholeen on Wed, 11/18/2009 - 16:28
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My name is Londyn and I am seven. Hannah and James changed a lot by the end of the week they stayed with us. And when they went home they made good changes. Like James took his lip piercing out and he wants to stop smoking.
It was sort of sad that Hannah was a mom so young. I wouldn't do that if I was her. But she was always
Advice From the World's Strictest Parent
Submitted by Nicholeen on Sat, 11/14/2009 - 18:57
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"Hi Nicholeen, I hope you don't mind me messaging you/adding you as a friend....I saw you recently on tv here in England, and as a mother of two I was so impressed and humbled by your patience and love. Nothing seemed to get you down. The love and respect your family have for each other was so apparent, and it did bring tears to my eyes. I would love to have that same patience, tolerance and sheer joy in my life that you do. I'd love to hear back from you, if you have the time, and if possible try and send me some of your calm and patience through the web!!"
Thank you so much for your kind words. What age are your children? It is so good that you are trying to be the best mother you can be. There really is nothing more important for our world right now than parents raising good children who will fight for goodness in this confusing world. This is what I am doing at my house.
Nicholeen Tells more about World's Strictest Parents
Submitted by Nicholeen on Wed, 11/11/2009 - 20:55
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"Dear Nicholeen: I watched the show and was so impressed by your calm and collected attitude. I loved it when your son said, “she’s trying to push my mom’s buttons, but it won’t work.” One of my biggest problems is I allow kids to push my buttons and engage me in non-productive discourse (getting off track of what we’re talking about). These get me so frustrated. I don’t know how you did it with James and Hannah. I admire your patience, love and skills.
Can you tell us any more about some of the experiences that happened that weren’t included in the final edit. I’m curious to learn more about it."
This is a great comment. Let me fill you in a bit on the whole situation my sweet, big talking 12 year old, was commenting on:
James and Hannah were very used to running away if they didn't get their way. The reason people continue running is because it is a form of power struggle that usually works. It stops
Comment on World's Strictest Parents
Submitted by Nicholeen on Tue, 11/10/2009 - 11:23
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A comment on a previous post said:
Saw the show last night. And I felt credit where it's due ... I had to cringe at the behaviour of the two kids (because that's what they were). And speaking as someone who isn't religious, or abstemious (but who doesn't over indulge beyond a glass of wine with a meal), I can only say I was very impressed by your patience, and the outcome ...
It Changed My Life
Submitted by Nicholeen on Fri, 08/07/2009 - 12:54
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I recently received a very inspiring email which answers the question "How will Teaching Self Government change my family?" I love to see what Teaching Self Government looks like in other homes, so I thought you would enjoy it too.
TSG has change my life. It has opened my eyes to the 4 basic communication skills. It has given me hope that despite my upbringing, I can learn the skills to help me be a better parent and communicator with my children. It helps me to pause when I'm really frustrated, to know what to say in any situation instead of constantly having to be creative
