Lori Radun, CEC
The Key that Opens the Door to Extraordinary Families
We've started a new game in our home. Each night at the dinner table we each take turns asking another family member a question about himself. "So, Rick, how are you feeling about your interview on Monday?" "Mom, what do you want...
Date Posted: November 22, 2006
A Child's Self Esteem Depends on Family Rules
Most moms want their children to grow up to be happy and responsible adults. Achieving this objective cannot be done very easily without achieving a second objective - to maintain a loving, peaceful, organized and fun family environment while the...
Date Posted: September 07, 2006
The "Busy Mom" - Is it Your Choice?
Let's face it. We live in a fast paced world. As moms, it is hard to keep up with everything on our plates. We have piles of laundry, piles of dishes, and piles of school papers.
Date Posted: March 24, 2006
Life's Balance Beam - How to Keep From Falling Off
Have you ever watched children walk along a curb, or along the railway ties lining the local playground? They walk with their arms straight out, placing one foot in front of the other, as they teeter from side-to-side.
Date Posted: February 21, 2006
Where Did Your Energy Go?
The most common complaint of mothers today is that they are tired. Being a mom is hard work. I love Dr. Phil. He always says, "Being a stay at home mom is like having two full time jobs." Following that logic, moms who work from home...
Date Posted: February 13, 2006
Sibling Rivalry - Lose the Fighting, Not the Love
Are you tired of listening to your children bicker? Do you long for them to get along and love each other? Sibling rivalry can be exasperating, often interfering with our ability to enjoy our children.
Date Posted: January 23, 2006
The Power of Gratitude
When my older son was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, my first reaction was relief - I finally knew the reason for his behavior. However, I was also overwhelmed with sadness, fear and anger.
Date Posted: January 11, 2006
Parenting Styles - Overcoming Your Differences
If you spend any time in the parenting section of the library or your local bookstore, you will find hundreds of books on disciplining and raising your children. All the leading experts have their own ideas about what works and what doesn't.
Date Posted: December 26, 2005
Top 10 Ways to Ensure Success With Your Resolutions
It has been said that 60-80% of New Year's resolutions will be broken within the first two weeks. Personally, I am not a huge advocate of New Year's resolutions because I believe in setting and achieving personal goals all year around.
Date Posted: December 22, 2005
Amazing Faith
Several months ago, I sat at my computer and watched the MSN video clip that recapped Ashley Smith's encounter with Brian Nichols. As I watched in awe, I was amazed by her amazing faith in God.
Date Posted: November 21, 2005