When thinking of a parent creating a relationship with a child, I immediately think of my own relationship with my parents. I have always felt extremely fortunate to have a great relationship with my parents. I have always felt very close to my parents, and most of all, revered them. How did that come about? […]
Guidelines for Parents in Meeting the Challenge of Digital Technology When I address parents in our community about their role in ensuring their children’s responsible use of digital technology, they are consistently open to adopting a systematic and logical approach. Their level of receptivity, however, is significantly raised when the guidance acknowledges the complexity of what […]
Nothing is particularly new about women serving as breadwinners. The Mishna (Kesubos 59b) considered it incumbent upon active homemakers to contribute to the family income in order to avoid the spousal tension bred by his earning money and her spending it. The Mishna also recognized that even absent economic pressures, it is important for women to use […]
By Dr. Eli Shapiro “But everyone has one!” “I’m the only one in my class without a (fill in the blank).” It’s that time of year again; the pressure on parents to find meaningful Chanukah gifts for their children converges with the social pressure to purchase the latest and greatest gadgets. Tablets and cell phones […]
So often I hear parents saying, “I am such a bad mother/father!” “My kids are always misbehaving!” This kind of talk can make parents feel hopeless. Being a great parent does not mean that you do everything right. It means that you will make mistakes. Lots of them! It’s just not realistic to aim for […]