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Parenting In An Age Of Racial Tension
Q: I hate that there still seems to be so much racial tension in America. I want my young children to avoid being affected. Do you have any thoughts on the subject?
Jim: It's unfortunate that racism has been a stain on our country for generations. I think the only way to really reverse it is like so many other things -- one heart at a time, as ...Read more
Taking Vacation Time Is Essential For Busy Families
Q: My kids' friends are already talking about their families' summer vacation plans. With a high-stress career and crazy schedules for everybody in the household, it's been several years since we've been able to take a vacation as a household. We're just too busy!
Jim: I actually hear this sort of comment often from people I know. But I ...Read more
Small Steps Add Up To Counter Negativity
Q: I get so discouraged over what I see in our country. So many problems driven by so much negativity and animosity. In the midst of all this arguing, what can one person do?
Jim: I'll start with a simple analogy. Let's say you're in a public bathroom drying your hands when you see a used paper towel on the floor. Do you pick it up and toss it ...Read more
Aim To Be A Healthy Family, Not A Perfect One
Q: I get so discouraged over my inadequacies as a mother. I try so hard, but I never quite measure up to all the other moms who seem to do EVERYTHING right. I'm terrified that my kids will be damaged in some way. Help!?!
Jim: Listen carefully to some reassuring news: There's no such thing as a perfect family.
Now, that may not sound very ...Read more
