By Focus on the Family Singapore It is often easy to forget that as parents, we are often akin to zoo exhibits – our children never cease to observe our actions and listen in on our conversations. They know when we are not walking the talk. Additionally, while...
by Judith Xavier, Focus on the Family Singapore Parents can build up or tear down their children. Do you remember the most recent conversation you had with your child? What words did you choose to convey your thoughts? What were the emotions evoked in your child?...
by Focus on the Family What to do when your spouse seems to be making you both poorer by the minute We received this tongue-in-cheek question at our Crazy Marriage Seminar this year. No surprises that questions on squabbles over money management were one of the most...
by Focus on the Family Strategies to help your child cope with fear “I’m scared of the dark!” “My tummy hurts. I can’t go to school today.” “There’s a monster in the cupboard!” A child’s fears, both real and imagined, can surface at any time. While it is common...
As parents, it is natural to have big dreams for our children. It is not rare to hear parents telling their children to study hard so that they can become doctors, engineers, lawyers etc. when they grow up. The idea that our children have to excel academically in...