Kenny had been told that he was worthless for as long as he could remember. He was often called a loser and told that he was good for nothing. The fifteen-year-old had no reason to doubt the validity of these messages that were etched deeply within his very being. His father … [Read more...]
9 Ways to Tell Your Children That You Love Them
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW As I have said before, I often remind myself of healthy practices as I write. Today is no different, as I embark on a journey to remember and practice what I already know. Yes, I am guilty of not always practicing what I … [Read more...]
5 Simple Effective Parenting Tips: A Must Read!
After spending the last twenty-one years working with children as an elementary school teacher, a middle school teacher, a therapist, and a parent, I have come up with hundreds of valuable parenting tips that I have learned throughout the years. Today, I would like to share five … [Read more...]
Parents: Discipline Without Shame
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW What'ers begun in anger ends in shame. -Benjamin Franklin Katie knocks over the lamp and her mother responds, "How can you be so stupid!" Tony forgets to bring his basketball to practice again. His father yells in front of the … [Read more...]
Avoid Comparing Yourself to Others
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW It was a picture of a tree, laden with beautiful blossoms looking as if they were about to bloom, that caught my eye. The colors were radiant making the entire drawing come to life. The artist, a young-looking twelve-year-old … [Read more...]