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Praise Child's Character More Than Her Cuteness
Q: Our whole extended family has been doting on our sweet 4-year-old daughter since she was born. She loves being the center of attention and "performs" on cue if given the opportunity. But I'm starting to wonder -- how do we avoid overindulging our cute little girl?
Jim: I'd observe that it's little wonder your daughter "performs on cue." She'...Read more
Lending Money To Family Should Be Approached Cautiously
Q: In the past few months both our adult son and my brother have experienced job loss and hardship. We have the resources to help. Is it wise to loan money to either or both of them?
Jim: Financial counselor Ron Blue highlights a critical point to consider in situations like this. Whenever money is loaned, the relationship between the parties ...Read more
How To Handle Critical Comments
Q: I'm a divorced dad with joint custody of my daughter. When she came to my place last weekend, she told me that my ex-wife has been making some very critical and unkind statements about me. Do you have any advice for handling this situation?
Jim: First, I'd say don't jump to conclusions just yet. Some children are capable of exaggerating or ...Read more
