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The “MOM” Count
I have calculated it out. It is a scientifically and mathematically sound procedure. I know the daily count of times I hear “MOM!” yelled from somewhere around our home or property. Two hundred and eighty nine. Some days a few more, some days a few...
6 Kids’ Books to Teach Emotional Intelligence
Learning from stories is one of the most effective ways to get a message across to children. Kids get engaged easily and remember what they learn through books. In addition, countless studies show that reading to our kids is a great way to help them develop...
Should we teach our daughters to be nice?
I've always worried about how I make the people around me feel. Did she think I was being rude? Did he hear me say thank you? Did she feel like I liked her? Did I inconvenience anyone? Did my outburst make it uncomfortable for someone else? Were they offended I denied...
Community
When I hear people stress the importance of "building your community" I react with a slight inner cringe before outwardly and emphatically nodding in agreement. I mean, let's be honest - it IS true. When raising children, and when not raising children, having people...
Follow and Fix.
My daughter put a hole in the wall last night. No, it wasn't intentional - she didn't TRY to put a hole in the wall. But she did, and she did it out of anger and frustration. This child of mine seems to get angry, excited, happy, calm, frustrated and elated in a snap....
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Welcome to Kintent – a place for parents to learn how to help their children develop deeper emotional intelligence – something that will help them lead successful, happy, and fulfilling lives.
Terri Lynn Futcher
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