The success of each family is measured by the parent’s commitment to excellence and victory. With all of our commitments in life, we must be prepared for our role as parents.
What is the most challenging commitment for you? Why?
It’s okay for us to learn about parenting. We seek advice for jobs, love and money. Moms and dads would ask how to operate a car before they ask how to find a better way to enjoy homework time.
What’s wrong with seeking parenting advice? How important is it for us to identify the best ways to increase our children’s opportunities for success and happiness. We should not be ashamed of questions. Parenting is a journey that we learn from daily.
Parenting education builds character, confidence and changes communities. Parenting is the key to better futures!
GMP's Parenting Definition:
It is having the responsibility of modeling and leading a life forever. It is utilizing the appropriate strategies and interactions to enhance the lives of one from infancy to adulthood. It is soaring through ups and downs showing tenacity and courage that will positively affect their lives forever. It is providing basic skills such as communication, showing love, respect and discipline. You are the ultimate role model for social, behavioral, emotional, financial and academic success.
Your children are watching & listening! Your words influence their words. Your actions influence their actions. Parents you are your child’s first role models!
How do you communicate to your child(ren) when you are angry ? How does it affect them?
How do you communicate with your child (ren) when they have misbehaved? How do you think it affects them?
How do you communicate with your child(ren )when they received unsatisfactory grades? How do you think it affects them?
Things to consider when communicating with your children:
Take a moment before you respond
Take a deep breath
Count to ten
Be considerate about the facts
Walk away and phone a friend
Have the child go to another room
Be willing to say you are wrong
