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Published : August 08, 2009 |
Author : Kendra Smiley
Category : J. Training, Correction, and Discipline | Total Views
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 Kendra Smiley
Kendra's role-of-a-lifetime began over 35 years ago when she and her husband, John, were married. Together, they have raised three sons. John, a school teacher turned salesman, was a pilot in the Air Force and Air Force Reserves for 30 years. A natural-born entrepreneur, Kendra kept the home fires burning, while growing a home-based business, serving as a youth leader in her church for over 20 years, and staying active in her community. Her work as a mother, entrepreneur, church and community leader did not go unnoticed. In 2001, she was chosen as the Illinois Mother of the Year.
"My best choice," Kendra gladly shares, "Was made right after I was married. That's when I realized my personal need for a savior. It wasn't enough to believe God was real, I needed to make the choice to receive him as my personal savior." The Smiley household started on a Christ-centered journey that continues to this day.
Today, Kendra enjoys the fruits of her choices. She has written more than half a dozen books, spoken to thousands around the country (and abroad), founded and distributed a daily radio program -- today heard on more than 50 stations. Kendra connects with people whereever she is -- teaching individuals to make the next right choice.
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"Many people who grew up in the 50's say, Nothing I did was ever good enough for my parents.' Now we're seeing the pendulum swing, and you hear from coaches and teachers ...that kids have become more fragile. They don't take criticism well," says Roy Baumeister of Florida State University. How can you affirm your child appropriately?
- Avoid extreme statements. Going from one extreme to another in your comments to your child is not a good idea. "You're never good enough," is not appropriate nor is "You are the very best in every way."
- Help your child realize that doing his or her best does not mean they must be the best at everything.
- Offer honest and sincere encouragement. This is powerful and constructive. For example, "You did a very good job on your project," not "I'm sure your project was the best one in the class."
- Remember, pursuing excellence does not imply that mistakes will never occur.
- Provide eternal perspective. Our goal as parents is to encourage our children to use the gifts God has given to them in order to glorify Him; not ourselves.
Read more from Kendra Smiley on www.kendrasmiley.com |
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