Asking Eric: Grandson has no motivation; daughter enables him
[ad_1] Dear Eric: My 26-year-old grandson has never held a job. Three years ago, he earned a master’s degree. Despite his achievement, he engages in all-night computer gaming, sleeps during the day and lacks motivation to seek employment. His father is out of the picture, and his mother, my daughter, maintains him in every way. […]
Asking Eric: Differing religious traditions create confusion in friendship
[ad_1] Dear Eric: I’m an African American man in my late 60s. Nobody would call me the most religious guy on the planet, but the center aisle in the church would not open up and swallow me if I walked in. I have a white friend, proud of his Jewish heritage, who I have known […]
Asking Eric: Couple gives man cash gift; man sends it to scammer
[ad_1] Dear Eric: During our morning walks, my husband and I became acquainted with “Ron,” a homeless man who always sits on the same bench and always has a cheery hello. During the holiday season, we decided to gift him a box of homemade cookies and a Christmas card with $200 in cash slipped inside. […]
Asking Eric: Aunt is disinvited from wedding ceremony, but still expected at reception
[ad_1] Dear Eric: My sister’s daughter is getting married in the fall. My 20-year-old daughter has not been invited because it is “adults only.” This upsets both of us because she is close to her cousin. When I asked if she could attend the wedding ceremony, I was told that I wasn’t even invited to […]
4 Common Phrases Therapists Say Are Harmful To Kids
[ad_1] As your child is screaming, throwing toys or refusing to listen, it can be easy to say something you don’t really mean when reminding them how they should be acting. Disciplining kids is tough, especially if you’re also feeling frustrated or mad in the moment. But many of the ways today’s parents were disciplined […]
Asking Eric: Adult daughter’s job struggles keep mother from finding happiness
[ad_1] Dear Eric: I live in an apartment with my 22-year-old daughter. She had a really bad high school experience that was broken up by Covid, so remote learning didn’t go well either. She eventually got her diploma but since then has not been able to find a job. We are going on about a […]
ADHD Can Seriously Impact Kids’ Sleep, But Bedtime Tweaks Can Help
[ad_1] Parenting a child with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) can be wonderful, although parents often share that it’s not without its challenges. One particularly exhausting element can be the process of bedtime – that is, helping children wind down for the evening and, ultimately, go to sleep. Research suggests up to 50-70% of children […]
Cambs farm with soft play area and cosy café where kids go free in half term
[ad_1] The farm has multiple play areas and animals to see. The play park to keep the kids entertained at Sacrewell(Image: Sacrewell) If you are trying to save a bit of money but still want to take your children out to do some activities over half term, you might want to check out this farm […]
Asking Eric: Son judges parents’ marijuana use
[ad_1] Dear Eric: My husband and I are in our early 70s. We’re both in good health. We have one child who is an adult and lives independently but close by. My husband and I enjoy marijuana now that it has been legalized in our state. Between the two of us, we smoke one joint […]
Asking Eric: Students give teacher gifts but her boyfriend objects
[ad_1] Dear Eric: I have been a preschool teacher for more than 20 years. There are a few times throughout the year where the kids and their parents give us gifts, which of course is optional. Those occasions are Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Week and Graduation. I have never asked for, nor do I […]