Motivating Teens: What Does Self-Control Have To Do With It?
Think back to when you were 4 years old. What would you do if someone put you in a room with a marshmallow and asked you not to eat it? What if the person said you could have two marshmallows if you could wait 15 minutes to eat it? Would it be easier to hold … Read more
Heart Rate Training: Some Nuances
Ever sang while you where running? This sounds really funny…but, it appears that I can lower my heart rate by singing! Ok….so that will get some pretty funny looks at the gym, but it isn’t so bad when you are running outside! All kidding aside, in the last few weeks I have consistently monitored my … Read more
Raising Teenagers: Interview with Steven Spierer
Teenagers are a breed of their own, and raising teenagers is not an easy task. Recently, I was invited to speak with Steven Spierer on Talk Radio One about raising teenagers and building healthy parent-child relationships. Having raised teenagers himself, Mr. Spierer frequently incorporates information about parenting into his show. Check out his website at … Read more
Motivating Teens: The Role of Independence
The need to feel as though our behavior is truly chosen, not imposed upon us, may be its strongest during adolescents. During this time between childhood and adulthood, teens are striving for independence at the same time that they still need guidance from their parents. As children move into adolescence, they are motivated by a … Read more
