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Through Thick ‘n Thin
Over the last year, the quote “When Women support each other incredible things happen” has become a quote that I say several times a day and live by. I promote that quote daily to over 4,000 women from all around the world. My name is Elizabeth Simmons. I am 26 years old, and I have two children (3 and 1). I’m currently in college and majoring in Criminal Justice in hopes that one day I can help be a part of a change. My husband has been active duty in the United States Marine Corps for almost six years and has high hopes and intentions of making a career out…
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10 Tips For Raising Confident Kids
With every passing day, it seems like our mainstream culture becomes more complex and, therefore, more difficult to navigate. As adults, it’s tough to keep up with the top news stories, stay in the loop at our kids’ schools, maintain a thriving business, and support a loving home. If we’re having trouble keeping everything straight, can you imagine how our children must feel?
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Be Proud Of You!
It’s ok to be proud of yourself and shout it from the mountain tops! Don’t feel that you should be ashamed of your accomplishments (no matter how small or large) or where you came from. We tell our kids to be proud of themselves, but do we realize how much they mimic us? That’s right! If we aren’t patting our selves on the back or sharing our successes, why do we think they will?
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A Valentine’s Gift To Spread A Little Inspiration and Love To A Friend
February is the month of love, and it’s quickly approaching. Couples are all snuggled, romance is in the air, and you just see red hearts shining in the sky. Couples buy roses, chocolates, go out for romantic dinners, and some even seal the deal on that relationship status on this day. But if you’re like me you try to get cute, inexpensive or some people just say CHEAP gifts for friends. Yo! AIN’T nothing wrong with buying cheap valentine’s day gifts for your friends, your kid’s friends, co-workers or family members. A household valentine’s day gift is a great idea too.
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Be A Ray Of Sunshine For Others
Self-esteem is how we feel about our self, but we can help other’s boost their self-esteem as well. This post will talk about ways we can encourage our children to help a friend, classmate or teammate improve their self-esteem. Yes, your child can assist in enhancing self-esteem in the classroom. About a year ago my daughter came home talking about a child in her class. She shared a story about this kid every day. The gist of the story was always the same. This kid was always saying such negative things about herself, to and about others. I asked my daughter if she ever talked to the child. Her response,…
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Do You Know Who You Are
I consider myself a seasoned wife, seasoned mom, and a seasoned woman all the way around. Because of this, I feel like I have a lot to share about mistakes I’ve made, the ones I still make and the ones that WILL happen. BUT…I want to help save you in one significant area of living. Can you answer this question? Do You Know Who You Are?
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I Believe In Morning Pep Talks – Yeah, I Talk To Myself
Yes, I have a full morning pep talk each and every day. And yes, my husband use to give me the strangest looks. He still gives me that crazy glance from time to time. But, I don’t care. This pep talk helps me face the world and ensures I maintain a healthy self-esteem. Remember, we spoke of those killjoys in the world and how it’s important to control how YOU feel about YOURSELF. I’m a firm believer that a self pep talk to boost your self-esteem is in order for all of us.
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What To Say When Someone Is Mean
I am a simple gal. I don’t believe in overwhelming people, especially kids with a lot of extras when speaking with them about self-esteem, anti-bullying, and education. I believe in being direct and fun during any presentation and conversation I have about these topics. Kids will tune you out otherwise. So, what are two simple things to teach your child to say as you encourage them to speak up for themselves when someone is mean (being mean doesn’t always equate to being a bully). So, let’s look at some simple things your child can say when someone is mean.
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Teach Your Child To Speak Up
Many times we tell our kids to ignore the negative behavior of others. How much can you ignore yourself? If someone is mistreating you verbally or physically, you stand up for yourself, right? Well, let’s teach your child to speak up against any negative behavior. What do I mean by bad or negative behavior? I am talking about ANY action or word that makes them unhappy or uncomfortable.
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Use Chores To Help Boost Confidence This Summer Break
School is out, and if you’re like me, your kids will complain about being bored. Each year, I ask them how they are so bored after playing outside with friends, horse camps, science camps, cooking camps, and a bit of summer work to avoid the summer slide. To ensure they don’t get too bored, we implemented a summer chore list. This stopped the “bored” talk quickly because our kids know I will pull things off the top of my head to add to their list. Chores are a great life lesson because we have chores for the rest of our lives and chores help boost confidence in our kids.
