'Respect Reciprocates Respect'

Hi Friends,


'Welcome Back!!!  


'How to Promote Respect in your Child'


As parents we sometime make a BIG MISTAKE by thinking that our children are little people who are in need of protection and provision but not necessarily respected.  Firstly, I must mention that I promote respect in my children by modelling respect for myself and for others. Simply...If Children feel they are respect ...they are better able to reciprocate  respect.


I have tested and proven with my own children that using positive teaching and communication techniques such as 'clear instructions' 'praise' and modelling, have communicated respect ,hence, have resulted in enhancing my children's sense of self (self-esteem). These techniques are also effective in encouraging our children to accept responsibility for their actions (self discipline), in order to successfully function as adults in this society (social competence).

 I am also confident that there is research to substantiate my claim that children are better able to develop a healthy sense of self and respect when they are raised with positive discipline approaches. 




PS.  Parents who are serious about using positive discipline methods that are simple yet guarantee to give phenomenal results within 30 days should SUBSCRIBE NOW for my weekly Newsletter starting 3rd January 2011. 

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'Congratulations to Some Extraordinary Parents'

Hi Friends,


Merry Christmas; Season Greetings to You and Yours!!!



I would like to take this opportunity to showcase 9 Extraordinary Parents who participated in the Graduation Excercise in Gipsy Hill, London on Tuesday, 21st December 2010.  You know yourselves...you are Bigger than Life...Born to Win...Destining for Greatness...a Gift to your children.  


These parents participated week after week in this parenting programme focusing on 'Positive Discipline' even when it was difficult and inconvenient to do so.  Its snowed heavily in and around London over the past weeks, however CW45Q4EG58VT , this obstacle was unable to stop these parents from completing the programme and attending their graduation...You are truly 'Unstoppable and Unforgettable' parents.


My word to you 9 parents and to you dedicated followers, is to climb every mountain, follow every streams until you find your dream.  Here are a few quotes for you:


'Your children need your presence more than your presents.'  ~Jesse Jackson


'It's not only children who grow.  Parents do too.  As much as we watch to see what our children do with their lives, they are watching us to see what we do with ours.  I can't tell my children to reach for the sun.  All I can do is reach for it, myself.'  ~Joyce Maynard


'Don't worry that children never listen to you; worry that they are always watching you. ' ~Robert Fulghum


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Keep In Touch
Yours Truly
Jenice

'Congratulations to Some Extraordinaire Parents'

Hi Friends,


Merry Christmas; Season Greetings to You and Yours!!!


I would like to take this opportunity to showcase 9 Extraordinaire Parents who participated in the Graduation Excercise in Gipsy Hill, London on Tuesday, 21st December 2010.  You know yourselves...you are Bigger than Life...Born to Win...Destining for Greatness...a Gift to your children. 


These parents participated week after week in this parenting programme focusing on 'Positive Discipline' even when it was difficult and inconvenient to do so.  Its snowed heavily in and around London over the past weeks, however, this obstacle was unable to stop these parents from completing the programme and attending their graduation...You are truly 'Unstoppable and Unforgettable' parents.


My word to you 9 parents and to you dedicated followers, is to climb every mountain, follow every streams until you find your dream.  Here are a few quotes for you:


'Your children need your presence more than your presents.'  ~Jesse Jackson


'It's not only children who grow.  Parents do too.  As much as we watch to see what our children do with their lives, they are watching us to see what we do with ours.  I can't tell my children to reach for the sun.  All I can do is reach for it, myself.'  ~Joyce Maynard


'Don't worry that children never listen to you; worry that they are always watching you. ' ~Robert Fulghum


PS. Remember to click the 'follower' link at the right bottom of blog page.  Also subscribe for the weekly Newsletter starting January 3, 2011.  My Newsletters will share practical, easy to follow positive discipline techniques that are Guaranteed to improve your children's behaviours within 30 days.




Keep In Touch
Yours Truly
Jenice

10 Exciting Fun-filled Family Activities to Brighten Your Christmas!!!

Hi Parents,

Season Greeting to You All!

As I had related in my recent post,'your children DESIRE gifts but most of all, 'your children NEED YOU'. Connecting with your children is the greatest gift you can give them.  The feelings of joy that you will get as a result of their laughter, smiles and hugs are priceless.

Plan with your children fun activities to do things that don’t involve spending tons of money. Children usually possess fun ideas that are buzzing with creativity.   Here are some ideas guaranteed to put a smile on your face and bring out the 'joy of Christmas from within:

1)Arrange a family games evening with the option to invite close friends and compete against each other. Games could include scribbles, chess, snake and ladder, monopoly and some self-made games.

2)Make a gratitude tree. Help young children write on cards everything that they are grateful for. Tie your cards on an indoor tree as a daily reminder of all the good things in your life.

3)Prepare a new dish using an exotic recipe. Children love baking and cooking. 

4)Decorate the Christmas tree with self- made ornaments cut out of cardboard, kitchen foil and interesting materials found around the home. 

5)Host a 'Stand- up Comedy night' or 'Karaoke night' where friends and family all have the opportunity to share in the performances.

6)Ask your children to design and make Christmas cards to give away so as to share  warm Christmas greetings. 

7)Bake a Christmas cake for someone less fortunate in your neighborhood.


8)Do an activity together that all family enjoy but have been putting off all year round.  This may include walking, riding or going on a road trip.

9)Watch a favourite family movie or comedy together.  Laughter is said to be good medicine for the soul.

10) Make a personalised gift from recycled material around the home.

Share the Joy this Christmas!

Yours  truly
Jenice

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Give Your Child The Greatest Gift this Christmas!!!

Hi Parents,


Season Greeting to You All!!!  


With only 8 days to the BIG DAY, Christmas!!!  Many  parents are usually troubled, distressed, and perplexed during this season.  We sometimes accommodate these negative feelings of powerlessness as we are unable to purchase that special gift for our children.  The Greatest secret that we overlook is not that your child DESIRES a gift for Christmas, but believe it yes or no, your child NEEDS you for Christmas. 


Giving your child 'Special Time' this holiday promises to be an opportunity to transform your relationship to another level.  Simply connect with your child over a home-cooked meal; family games; watching a favourite TV programme, or just talking about your New Year's resolution of making 'Special Time' a priority for 2011.


Give your child the greatest gift this Christmas, 'Time with YOU'.


Speak Soon
Jenice
'Touching Billions of Lives Effortlessly'




PS.  Coming Soon!!! Launching my brand new website where you'll have the opportunity to claim loads of FREE gifts at: jeniceclarke.com

'3 Benefits of Using Positive Discipline'

Hi Parents,

Welcome Back!!!  

Your child desires to be disciplined by you.  It is proven that children feel more secured and loved when they live in family units where they are given guidance and boundaries by which to live. Using 'Positive Discipline techniques' such as modelling, clear instructions and praise among others are effective in helping you to realize your dreams of raising a well-mannered, confident and successful child. 

3 Benefits of using 'Positive Discipline' are that it:

1) Improves your Relationship with your Child

Every opportunity to have positive interactions with your child, is an  opportunity to have positive bonding experiences. Often parents think 'Discipline' means ' punishment' and we punish using 'fear'.  However, discipline means ' to teach' and is more effective in helping your child to learn positive behaviour.  And will allow you to achieve that warm and loving relationship with your child, you so much desire right now.

2) Builds Your Confidence to Manage Your Child's Misbehavior

By learning a 'Process of Discipline' you will understand that if the first thing you try does not positively influence your child's behaviour, you can calmly and systematically go on to the next approach. 

3) Enhances Your Child Self Worth

By using positive teaching and communication techniques, you can enhance your child's sense of self (self-esteem), and encourge your child to accept responsibility for his/her actions (self discipline), in order to successfully function as an adult in this society (social competence).

Speak Soon

Jenice

'Touching Billions of Lives Effortlessly'

PS.  Coming Soon!!! Launching my brand new website where you'll have the opportunity to claim loads of FREE gifts at: jeniceclarke.com

'A Memorable Group Experience'

Hi Friend,


Welcome Back!!!


I looking forward to my engagement with a wonderful and excited group of parents in London.  We have started a 13 weeks journey in September 2010... we will be completing week 12 later today 14/12/10.  This journey have exposed all parents to a 'Tool Kit' of various 'Positive Disciplining Techniques'.






 Last week we had a visitor to the group who asked the parents to give feedback on the effectiveness of the programme.  I was impressed; proud; and felt rewarded as their group facilitator, as the parents' responses indicated that they had a wide variety of positive disciplining techniques at their finger tips to improve the behaviour of their children. 


In today's session, we will be focusing on reviewing the content of the programme; discussing the option of these parents continuing to  meet as a supportive community following the end of the 13 weeks programme.  Also we will be making plans for parents' graduation programme next Tuesday 21/12/10.  I know that the parents are very excited about receiving their certificate of completion next week...can't wait...will give you the updates and post some pictures...


Speak Soon
Jenice
'Touching Billions of Lives Effortlessly'




PS.  Coming Soon!!! launching my brand new website where you'll have the opportunity to claim loads of FREE gifts at: jeniceclarke.com

'A Parent Struggles to Achieve the Work Life Balance!!!'

I am sure you'll agree that it sometimes go crazy being a parent.  I am a mother of two children ages 15 and 10 years:  And working a high-demand full time position.  I many times ask myself:  Is my hope of 'Work Life Balance' achievable??? 






 There are days when I feel like I am moving above and beyond the highway speed limits-running to catch the train:attending meetings:completing reports:meeting the needs of customers:then repeating the process of running to catch the evening train: arriving home death-beat: of no use to my two lovely children. 

I sometimes get upset, even annoy at my children: As if to say that their demands for a little attention is too much to give: Physically there BUT emotionally absent.   I am sure you can identify with me and this endless struggle we experience to achieve the 'Work Life Balance'. 

 I am also not ignorant of the fact that stay-at-home parents (whether mom or dad) sometimes experience similar feelings of being on a threadmill:  Always completing chores and cleaning up after young children.  In the end, not having much time for bonding and completing enjoyable activities you would to do with your family.


My New Year Resolution for 2011 is to work smarter; at the same time achieving more.  I am planning on  making my exit from what is called the  'Rat Race'.  My head is still buzzing with business ideas following my attendance at the 'Women Millionaire Boot Camp' recently held in London.  My dream as a parent is to be able to have a lifestyle  of freedom where I can earn 'passive income' hence having the time to bond with my children, loveones and friends. 

I dream of travelling the world with my family...watch this space.  If I can dream it...I can live it!!!




Speak Soon
Jenice
'Touching Billions of Lives Effortlessly'




PS.  Coming Soon!!! launching my brand new website where you'll have the opportunity to claim loads of FREE gifts at: jeniceclarke.com

Parenting Tips for Healthy Kids : The Importance of Family Time

'Stop Controlling and Start Coaching'

I was introduced to a song whilst facilitating a parent session last Tuesday...don't remember the title right now... but here are some of the words for us to think about:


 'our children comes from us, but they don't belong to us...they have a mind of their own...






As parents we should consider, adapting our style of parenting from a controlling, adversarial mode to something more like coaching. We should try to think of ourself as a mentors for our children. The typical parent is thinking, "I need to establish control, and my child needs to follow me and do what she’s told." And that works just fine for many children but for some, it is the start of a long and difficult relationship with their parents.  

  






As parents, we should be aware that our temperaments or personality will influence specifically our parenting style/behavior as well as our relationships with our children.   Our children should be treated as  individuals hence we should determine how our personality interacts with that of our children.  


Adapting the 'coaching' approach will help our children to learn to appreciate their unique characteristics hence having the potential of  enhancing their self esteem and self confidence.


written by Jenice Clarke
'Touching billions of lives effortlessly'

How to Make Real Connection with My Child???

This article is an extension to my recent blog where you were encouraged to have 'Special Time' on a weekly basis with your child.  You implementing 'special time' may be the answer to you and your child enjoying a long and lasting connection. 




Remember, children need someone in authority they can bond with. The key to making them successful is becoming that person. You don’t pressure or force for their affections. Instead, you make real connections with them, which will make all the difference in the world. 








By doing this, your child self esteem will flourish hence will become more likeable to others. And when you help your child become likeable, the likelihood of him achieving a joyful and healthy lifestyle is increased.


All the best in connecting with your child.




'Touching the lives of billions of people effortlessly'
Speak soon
Jenice

Launching Parent Discussions Group .

Hey Friends, 







 I am in the progress of launching an online Parent Membership Club where parents will have the opportunity to share concerns around raising their children and receive appropriate expert feedback.  Parents will also have the opportunity to belong to a community of parents who will provide ongoing peer support.

Listen" to your child's misbehavior

Have you ever stop to consider what's your child trying to communicate to you through his/her misbehaviour?  Your child sometimes experience difficulties, like most of us, in making sense of and expressing his/her emotional needs. 










 Below is a simple yet rewarding strategy that you can implement to enable you and your child remain happy.


Parents' Tips:


Make an effort to have what is called 'Special Time' with each child on  a regularly basis.  Special Time is  simply, time spend with individual child where your child is allowed to talk about what's on his/her mind.  It is recommended that you spend at least 15 minutes per day for younger children and one hour twice a week for older children. 

This time spent with your child helps to commuicate that he/she is important and likeable for himself/herself.  This makes your child feels good, hence, build his/her self esteem and enhances the parent/child relationship.


Have fun with your child and remember to share your experience by leaving a comment on this site.


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