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How to Help Your Child Overcome Shyness (part 1 or 2)

Like many parents I wonder at the wealth of differences between my two children.  Same genes, same lifestyle and upbringing, yet the way the two look at the world is almost entirely different.  My older is a complete and total extrovert, makes friends instantly and can downright annoy strangers with his chattiness.  My younger is […]

Read More » | May 29, 2014 | Category: Uncategorized | Comments: none | Tags: , , , ,
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On how my son lost a soccer ball

Both my boys love soccer.  My almost 8 year old has been playing since weeks before turning 4, hardly ever missing a game or practice.  Given the choice to do anything in the world there is no question what he would pick – soccer with his teammates.  When hiring a babysitter I always have an […]

Read More » | February 11, 2014 | Category: Uncategorized | Comments: none | Tags: , ,
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On the connection between self esteem and a loop bracelet.

At a recent NYC gifted and talented symposium I had the pleasure of listening to Carol Dweck, a psychology professor who studies success. A short, energetic woman in her 50’s, the kind of professor that radiates that rare combination of both brilliance and great speaking skills Professor Dweck had an auditorium full of parents, educators […]

Read More » | November 2, 2013 | Category: Uncategorized | Comments: none | Tags: , , ,


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