Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Do you name things? Your children, for sure. What else? When I was young, I named my stuffed dog Shniglefritz. Don’t ask…. Friends of mine name their cars. Absolutely! I never have. Do you? Whether we do or we don’t has something to do with our personality and style. Did its color or make influence its name? A memory associated with your car? Nothing in particular? Names are powerful and empowering. What if we named our houses? Naming it something doesn’t make it true. But, it gives us something to aim for. What’s your goal for your house this summer? If you named yours today, what name would fit? Be … [Read more...]
Kathyism #21 – 5 Core Needs – “Belonging: Part 2″
June 13, 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...]
Healthy Belonging Makes People Our Priority
June 10, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Since Father’s Day is next Sunday, we’re reposting a blog from February 20, 2012. It will get you thinking about how healthy or unhealthy all your relationships may be and you can relate the ideas specifically to the relationship you had or have with your dad. If you’re a dad, would your children respond as the child I write about? Can you make changes? Should you? Will you? The quality of our relationships – our belonging – can make us or break us. Belonging is the third of the five core needs we teach about at Celebrate Kids, Inc. It’s dependent on our security and our identity and it helps us find our purpose … [Read more...]
Kathyism #26 – 5 Core Needs: “Christian Answers”
May 9, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
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...]
Security & Freedom
April 22, 2013 by · 1 Comment
Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Security. Protection. Shelter. Safety. Refuge. Retreat. Defense. Safeguard. Sanctuary. Guard. Sure. Supported. Safe and sound. Trustworthy. Freedom from harm, danger, fear, hurt, wickedness, abuse, wrong, injury, Freedom from hopelessness, hurt, disaster, suffering, pain, damage, worry, trouble. Freedom FOR truth, belief, joy, hope, confidence, love, contentment, purpose, Freedom FOR happiness, playfulness, growth, peace, pleasure, blessings, anticipation. God. Jesus. The Holy Spirit. Forgiveness. Salvation. Security. … [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...]
I Will Walk Beside You
April 8, 2013 by · Leave a Comment
Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — How do you respond to life’s challenges? It tells us a lot about where you have your security. Who’s with you in times of need? It tells us a lot about your belonging. What do you make of your life after tragedy strikes? This tells us a lot about your purpose. A friend of mine models healthy responses to challenges and tragedy better than most. He wouldn’t claim he’s anyone special. He would properly credit God and His sustaining power. And, yet, any of us who know God know it’s our choice whether to rely on Him or not. Brandon has given me permission to share part of his recent Facebook post here. His … [Read more...]
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