October 26, 2023

As a child, I wrote letters to people . . . wait for it . . . by hand, with a pencil. Really. I folded each letter in thirds, tucked it into an envelope, licked the envelope, put a 4-cent stamp on it—licked again—and put it in the mailbox outside my front door.  The mailman picked

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October 23, 2023

Look at all the difficult things kids do: whining, anger, fighting, anxiety, addiction to phones and video games, failure in school, rebellion, lack of responsibility, depression, eating disorders, porn—you know, all that kid stuff that destroys their happiness.  These behaviors kill them emotionally, spiritually, in relationships. And it makes US pretty crazy too. What can we do

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October 19, 2023

Learn how this nightly ritual strengthens bonds and empowers children to embrace their unique gifts. You can do this, so let’s get started.Click the button below—it’s free—to begin transforming your life as a Ridiculously Effective Parent. WATCH YOUR FIRST LESSON FREE

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October 12, 2023

 Feeling lost in today’s dating scene? Meet a 27-year-old searching for real love in a digital age filled with distractions. 

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October 9, 2023

 A Mom texts me:   “We’re at a barbeque—mostly family members—and my 13-year-old son, Isaac, keeps talking to everyone in a baby tone of voice. It’s embarrassing. I’ve told him in the past not to talk like a baby. Why is he doing this?”   I said, “That’s easy. Almost invariably, children are either protecting themselves or getting attention.

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