I once counted how many times I said “No” to my kids in a day and it was embarrassingly high. No wonder I felt like we weren’t connected! I had to make some serious changes. […]
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Teaching our kids to stand up for themselves is one of the most valuable life lessons we can offer. One simple but powerful way to do this is by showing them how to use “I”
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One of the most powerful tools to help teach our kids important skills is role-playing. It’s a simple activity that allows kids to practice real-life situations in a fun, low-pressure way. Here’s some research about
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Oh how we would all love it if our kids naturally took good care of their things. But as usual, this is a skill that children need to learn. Teaching children to respect and care
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As parents, we all know the feeling of putting in lots effort to make sure our children feel loved. And sometimes it’s only to be met with an eye roll or a “Mom, stop hanging
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2023 at Simply on Purpose We cannot believe 2023 is already coming to a close. This has been an amazing year here at Simply on Purpose, and while we have many exciting things in the
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The Gifts of Togetherness is a simple tradition with daily activity ideas to make Christmas magical for families throughout the month of December. Get your set today! Time is the Best Gift We often find
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Want a fun and simple way to encourage gratitude for your family this season? The Thanksgiving Tree is the perfect tradition to teach a value that brings joy to everyone. Gratitude Encourages Positive Thinking Gratitude
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Can you believe we’re already a few weeks into the school year? September is flying by and fall is in the air. Getting Back to the Routine After a summer with a more relaxed schedule,
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Tired of never-ending packed lunches? Here is the simple system I use to teach my daughters how to pack their own lunch independently. Teach Your Child to Pack a Lunch If you want your child
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