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Understanding and Responding to other people’s feelings: Empathy – January’s Powerful Word!
This month we will focus on the Powerful Word, “empathy.” Empathy refers to our ability to “take a walk in someone else’s shoes” so we can imagine how they feel and respond appropriately. A crucial social skill, empathy allows people to problem solve together as well as make and retain friends. Without the ability to…
Read MoreHow to Keep Your Child from Wavering on their Self-Esteem
Liking Yourself: Self Esteem – October’s Powerful Word
This month we will focus on the powerful concept, self esteem. People with strong self esteem regard themselves highly and feel good about who they are. In order for children, teens, and adults to thrive in school, business, and life, they must see themselves and their contributions as worthwhile. When I speak to audiences about…
Read MoreMaking yourself do what’s right, even when you don’t feel like it (Discipline – September’s Powerful Word)
This month we will focus on the powerful word, discipline. Discipline is one of the most important character concepts that can help children thrive and become their best. On the one hand, we need to have the discipline to follow “written or stated rules.” This may refer to rules set by our parents (i.e. come…
Read MoreHow to Teach Your Kids to Be Responsible for Their Own Messes
In this month’s webisode, Dr. Robyn Silverman – the founder and creator of the Powerful Words Character Development System used right here in our program helps a parent to teach his kids to be more accountable.
Read MoreThree Ways to Help Your Child Take Ownership for Their Mistakes and Fix them
It’s expected that children will make mistakes—as they should! When they make mistakes at young ages (when the stakes are low) they can apply those life lessons later on in life when the stakes are higher. However, children must also learn accountability. It’s an vital part of becoming a successful adult! Teaching accountability takes a…
Read MoreBeing thoughtful and kind to others: Courtesy – June’s Powerful Word
This month we will focus on the powerful word, courtesy. Courtesy is not just about being polite. People who show courtesy are thoughtful; they think before they act. What’s the difference? Courtesy is more than a gesture of manners or a series of polite words and actions. It encapsulates empathy, respect for others, and kindness.…
Read MoreHow to help your child deal with fears and get over your frustration at the same time. 7 Helpful Tips.
It can be frustrating to know that your children can achieve great things when they won’t give new things a try. Of course, everyone has some degree of fears. The trick here is to help your child be more courageous in the face of fear. Try the following: (1) Check yourself: Make sure that you…
Read MoreDeveloping Wellbeing in Body, Mind, and Spirit: Health – January’s Powerful Word
This month we will focus on the powerful word; “health.” Being healthy is more than just feeling good. It’s total wellbeing and freedom from disease. As it’s the start of 2012, it’s only natural for us to take inventory of our health and the health of our family. But just as important, we need to…
Read MoreTeaching Acceptance to our Kids: Ask Dr. Robyn
We feel that our martial arts school is much more than just a physical activity or sport. We’re a Personal Development Center! We want to develop champions on the inside not just on the outside. If you didn’t know already, we’ve teamed up with Powerful Words Character Development in order to bring the very best…
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