Children repeatedly praised for their inherent intelligence, in contrast to praise for their effort or the use of good strategies, are at risk for negative consequences of that praise. If your ...

This post is in response to Criticizing (Common Criticisms of) Praise By Alfie Kohn In today’s post, I would like to return to the question of praise and engage in collegial debate with fellow PT ...

Compliments given to children often center on their looks and little, if anything, else. Hearing about looks more than other aspects can leave the nuances of children’s individuality unacknowledged ...

In ‘Mindset: The New Psychology of Success,’ psychologist Carol Dweck reveals the right way to recognize children’s accomplishments for long-term success. Many parents with the best intentions ...

Let me start by saying that I am extremely proud of my children. I’m proud of their manners, kind hearts, and willingness to share with other children and not act like complete monsters. I’m proud of ...