by Melissa Schwartz | Feb 28, 2014 | Uncategorized
We all make choices and engage in behavior that creates the next experience. Consequences should not be used as punishments~ They need to be: • Naturally or Logically connected to the behavior • Known in advance when possible • Given in a firm but calm voice • Easy to...
by Sandi Schwartz | Dec 6, 2013 | Inspiration, Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
Have you ever savored a moment when you were understood and appreciated as a unique and precious human being? Do you remember how pleasant it felt not to have to please anyone or complete a task and just rejoice in the freedom of being yourself? With all the pressures...
by Sandi Schwartz | Dec 3, 2013 | Daily Love Nuggets, Inspiration, Young Children
I can’t get this question out of my mind: “When your children walk into the room do your eyes light up with joy?” I work with so many parents and grandparents who search for ways to enrich their children’s self esteem. I usually suggest they...
by Sandi Schwartz | Nov 5, 2013 | Nuggets of Wisdom, Young Children
As the new school year quickly approaches many parents feel a knot in their stomach as they begin to worry about the challenges their kids will face. While many successful people were top students, there are famous intelligent, creative folks who struggled with the...
by Sandi Schwartz | Sep 4, 2013 | Inspiration
Fear can be paralyzing. It can insidiously creep into your mind and take over your body, making you doubt yourself, squash your joy and leave your dreams unfulfilled. Sometimes it appears with the force of a racket that is triggered by a catastrophic event, reeking...
