DadSez Quote:”Identify your problems, but give your power and energy to solutions.” Tony Robbins

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DadSezQuote:”Whether is’s the best of times or the worst of times, it’s the only time we’ve got.” Art Buchwald

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DadSezQuote:”Never confuse movement with action.” Hemmingway

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DadSez Quote:”What may be done at any time will be done at no tome.” Scottish Proverb

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KILLER PARENTING SKILLS: 7 TOASTMASTER TIPS FOR BETTER PARENTING

1. SPEAKING SKILLS–It is a must:the ability to accurately communicate and express ideas, concepts, and persuade your family in a compelling manner.

2. MENTORING–Being good at bringing your kids up to their potential in any skill by helping, leading, serving, and coaching.

3. LEADERSHIP–Learning to be the initiator, instigator, and to lead with compassion.

4. TIMING–Understanding rhythm, cadence, and precise timing both in how to speak and when to speak….or not!

5. IMPROMPTU SPEAKING–Really being prepared to speak in a compelling way at any moment of need. Being here now AND having something cogent to say.

6. GOOD PLANNING–the skill to exercise good focus, organization, and productivity in all aspects of parenting and family life.

7. RELATIONSHIPS–People are what is of value in life. Relationships therefore, become paramount. It is how we develop these that defines us as individuals.

DadSez Quote:”The bravest are surely those who have the clearest vision of what is before them, glory and danger alike, and yet notwithstanding go out to meet it.”

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What to do When Your Kid Breaks Your Heart

Come to find out that our older kids can really break our hearts when they make poor life decisions and even really blow it. I am in the early process of grieving the forfeited possibilities that my dear one has given up due to her less than optimal decisions.
Here are a few steps to consider as you process your broken heart–

1. GRIEVE–Really process the hurt. Talk to trusted advisors, your spouse, and others who have been there and done that.

2. PRAY–Take your hurt to God. He is not surprised. You have hurt Him in like manner and He still gives you His grace and mercy. Can you give the same? You have been forgiven much–now it is your turn to forgive.

3. TALK WITH YOUR CHILD/COMMUNICATE–Have a compelling and courageous conversation. Be open, listen, and DO NOT ATTACK. You are in this to communicate and SHARE FOR THE LONG TERM.
3. HAVE A LONG TERM PERSPECTIVE–You want to know, love, and invest in your kids for a lifetime. Make decisions with this in mind. Take your time. Do not over react, speak with finality, or do what will hurt the relationship irreparably in the long run.

Having your heart rendered in two really sucks. You have a right to be hurt. The key here is to be honest with yourself and others and focus on processing the hurt and then to move on.

4. MOVE ON–You have much at stake and cannot afford to get stuck in yet another drama. You are responsible for others, yourself, and are a steward of perhaps many things. It is key to not neglect these and still be true to your self, hurts, and then be ready to move forward. You will find the Grace if you seek Him with all your heart. I know this…

DadSez Quote:”You cannot kill time without injuring eternity.” Thoreau

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DadSez Quote: “The key is not in spending time, but investing it.” Stephen Covey

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DadSez quote: “Never let yesterday use up today.” Richard H. Nelson

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