2019-03-06T06:00:40+00:00 Posted in Parent Advice by Ivana J
Here’s another bite-sized piece, tackling a tale as old as time. Why won’t your kid listen to you? Or in other words, how do you handle conflict? We are not going to give you a definite answer, sorry about that, but we’ll try to raise some points ..
2019-02-15T03:20:26+00:00 Posted in Motivation & Interest, Parent Advice by Ivana J
In our last blog post we concluded that The Secret to Self-Control is to Think Before You Act, but Only in Moderation. Today we'll build on that idea. Lets see if we can find out more about what makes us give in to temptation. What makes you ..
2019-02-15T02:54:01+00:00 Posted in Parent Advice by Ivana J
Be it another piece of cake or binging on an entire season of your favourite show, willpower is not an easy thing to master. Indulgence lurks around every corner, cute cat videos are a click away, and when you’re a parent you have it especially rough because on ..
2018-09-03T21:04:35+00:00 Posted in Confidence, Motivation & Interest, Parent Advice by Gene
Confidence is one of those things that you think everyone else has except you. When you walk into a room, the door squeaks, and everyone looks at you, you’re 99% sure they’re all making fun of your shoes or hoping yon don’t sit by them. Even as ..
2018-09-03T21:04:42+00:00 Posted in About Education and Learning by DianaE
Parents everywhere struggle to find the right combination of studying and screen time for their children. If the kids had a vote, they’d “study” in front of their favorite TV show, or attempt to play video games while writing a paper. Concerned parents know that too much ..
2018-09-03T21:04:38+00:00 Posted in About Education and Learning, Confidence, Parent Advice, Student Advice, Teacher & School Issues by DianaE
Navigating the teenager years is hard. Navigating the teenager world while dealing with anxiety or other mental health issue can seem impossible for both the student and the parents on the other end. Trying to understand the root of their issues, researching and learning all you can ..
2018-09-03T21:03:06+00:00 Posted in All About Exams, Confidence, Parent Advice, Senior & High School Learning, Study Habits by DianaE
Smart students know that there is a difference between reading over the notes at lunchtime before a test, and actually studying. When it comes to major tests that have a big impact on their grade, successful students have a plan and a strategy for studying. If your ..
2018-09-03T20:44:56+00:00 Posted in Concentration & Focus, Parent Advice, Senior & High School Learning by DianaE
Parents always want what is best for their children, and they want to encourage their children to strive for excellence, never give up, and be the best version of themselves that they can be. So when a parent learns that their child is struggling in school is ..
2018-09-03T20:44:00+00:00 Posted in Motivation & Interest, Parent Advice by DianaE
4 Ways To Improve Math Scores Many parents, who feel like they’ve tried everything to help their frustrated and defeated child succeed in math, have searched the Internet for quick fixes, worksheets, online games and other solutions for what seems like an unfixable problem. However, when it ..
2018-09-03T20:40:30+00:00 Posted in Confidence, Student Advice by DianaE
During your high school years, you may be constantly worried about how you will fit in with your peers, how you’ll measure up, and what your friends and classmates will think about you. Sometimes, the need to fit in with the “in crowd” can overshadow the real ..
