In today's video Dr. Kathy shares about her personal A+ answers to the questions surrounding our 5 Core Needs of Security, Identity, Belonging, Purpose, and Competence. If you find these videos helpful please "Like" and "Share" them on your social networks. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Kathyism #25 – 5 Core Needs – “Competence: Part 2″
May 2, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Comparing ourselves to others can be very discouraging, but competence isn't based on other's competencies, it is based on yours. It's great to have role models, but we have to understand who we as individuals are becoming. When children ask the question, "What Do I Do Well?" we want to help them have an answer based in their positive character qualities, healthy self-confidence, and a well-reasoned decision making process. Dr. Kathy explores this topic even further in today's video. So check it out and if you find these videos helpful, please "Like" and "Share" them with your social networks. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Kathyism #24 – 5 Core Needs: “Competence”
April 25, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
The defining question of "Competence" is, "What Do I Do Well?" When a child asks that question, ideally we would hope there would be many answers. Answers based on character, athletic, artistic, academic achievements, and other interests. Notice however the question is "What Do I do Well?" The question is not "What Do I Do Perfectly?" In today's video Kathy encourages us to celebrate our kids' honest attempts at achievement and excellence. If you find these videos helpful, please "Like" and "Share" them with your social networks. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Kathyism #23 – 5 Core Needs – “Purpose: Part 2″
April 18, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
When asking the question, "Why Am I Alive?" kids today need real hope, to be inspired to serve others, and provided direction that is both accurate and encouraging. Check out today's video which is part 2 of our 4th Core need "Purpose." If you find these videos helpful, please "Like" or "Share" them with your online social networks to help spread the word. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Kathyism #22 – 5 Core Needs: “Purpose”
April 11, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Today we continue with our "5 Core Needs" series with an introduction to "Purpose." What do you say to children when they ask, "Why Am I Alive?" Dr. Kathy believes that we are all here to "leave the world a better place." One fantastic conversation anyone can have with children is to ask how they could leave the world a better place. Check out today's video and we would love to hear from you if you have this conversation with your children or students. If you find these videos helpful, please "Like" or "Share" them with your online social networks to help spread the word. Thank you! … [Read more...]
Dr. Kathy Koch Kathyism #21 – 5 Core Needs – “Belonging: Part 2″
March 28, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
The defining question of our third core need of "Belonging" is, "Who Wants Me?" In today's video Dr. Kathy explores very practical ways for us to help children answer this question as a part of their natural need for friendship. Dr. Kathy explains, in very clear and practical terms, how to identify healthy friends, initiate conversations, evaluate friendships, and even how to honor other children your child determines they need to end their friendships with. So check out today's video and let us know what you think. If you find this video helpful, please "Like" and "Share" it with your social networks. We greatly appreciate you! … [Read more...]
Jesus Erased our “Certificate of Debt”
March 27, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Every Wednesday, I’ll post about multiple intelligences so we can better understand children and why they do what they do. — We’re going to take a week off from the series about individual smarts. Rather, I’d like to share a beautiful example of involving people’s picture-smart and body-smart intelligences when wanting them to grasp a point. In the past weeks, I explained much about being body smart here and picture smart here. Last Sunday, my Pastor Dr. Stephen Lowrie, taught from Colossians 2:8-15. He titled his message “Nailed to the Cross.” During his entire message, in the center of the sanctuary, on the floor, was a large cross with a brief message nailed to it. This immediately engaged our picture-smart … [Read more...]
Kathyism #20 – 5 Core Needs: “Belonging”
March 21, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Today Dr. Kathy continues with the "5 Core Needs Series" by addressing the third core need of "Belonging." It is very important to establish a child's security and identity, but what happens when they ask, "Who Wants Me?" This critical question is the defining question of our third core need of "Belonging." Dr. Kathy has some very helpful insight into this question that will help you help your children have a healthy sense of belonging. … [Read more...]
Kathyism #19 – 5 Core Needs – “Identity: Part 2″
March 14, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
In today's video Dr. Kathy presents Part 2 of the second of our 5 Core needs, "Identity." She discusses the importance of instilling Self-Respect, Self-Control, and Respect for Others as a part of our children's identity. Please check out the video and as always your feedback is welcome. If you find these videos helpful please click "Share" and help spread the word among your social networks. Thank you! Kathyism #19 - 5 Core Needs - "Identity: Part 2" from Dr. Kathy Koch on Vimeo. … [Read more...]
Kathyism #18 – 5 Core Needs: “Identity”
March 7, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
In today's video Dr. Kathy continues with the "5 Core Needs Series" by addressing the second core need of "Identity." When your child answers the question, "Who am I?" are they being current, honest, and complete in their answer? If so they will lead a much better life. Help your child combat negative self-talk with a solid view of who they are. Have a great day! … [Read more...]
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