Here we are! Holiday season! At a time of year that shouts “buy, buy, buy!” how do we encourage giving and generosity in our children? Dr. Robyn Silverman answers a question about generosity and children from reader, Linda: Dear Dr. Robyn: We want our daughter, Krysta, to be the kind of person who gives of [...]
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We know it when we see it. Strength. Power. Self-assuredness. Guts. The wonder of assets in motion. Brought to life in a child not only in the way s/he acts, but in the way s/he thinks and feels about him/herself and the world in which s/he lives. Studies of more than 2.2 million children and [...]
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Integrity is a very powerful word as all character is based on integrity– being true to yourself and others. What does respect or kindness mean if it’s based on insincerity? Integrity is the congruence between how we act and who we really are. What an important word to teach and model to our children! Integrity [...]
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To my daughter on International Women’s Day, You are joy in motion. You are silly and fun and full of bliss. I hope to be the kind of woman to foster the delight you find in this world rather than stifle it and ask you to be something you are not. There are many messages [...]
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Dear Dr. Robyn, My kids have gotten to an age where they always seem to be arguing about something. Every time I turn around I hear “That’s not fair!” and “You took my ____” or “Give it back!” The older one hates always having to share with my younger one and the younger one thinks [...]
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Fairness is the Powerful Word of the Month for February. Fairness Quotes: “Live so that when your children think of fairness and integrity, they think of you.” –H. Jackson Brown, “Life’s Little Instruction Book” “It is not fair to ask of others what you are unwilling to do yourself.” –Eleanor Roosevelt “All some folks want [...]
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Patience…takes patience to develop. Especially when you’re talking about children. For so many, it’s hard to wait! Dr. Robyn Silverman introduces the Powerful Word, Patience, to all the schools worldwide using her Powerful Words Character Program! Patience Quotes: “To inspire patience in others, we must have patience with ourselves.” –Dr. Robyn Silverman “Patience can prevent [...]
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How do we raise responsible children? Raising responsible children and teens is a goal we all strive to achieve. When children are responsible, they are not only able to take on more responsibilities, but they are more committed, focused, and reliable. Dr. Robyn Silverman answers one readers question; I’ve been told that my child needs [...]
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