Archive for the ‘Emotions’ Category
2August2006
What wisdom sometimes looks like
Posted by Michelle under: Emotions; Wisdom.
I’m always amazed at how some bit of insight into a child’s motivation or development comes at just the right time. Perhaps he shows an interest in an area, or makes a comment that helps you understand him better. I believe God helps us to be aware of these insights and understand their implications for [...]
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1August2006
followup to depression post
Posted by Michelle under: Emotions.
Since yesterday, David again seemed lethargic as he got ready, I decided I wasn’t going to let him get ready by himself for awhile. He seemed like he needed the extra interaction. Last night, Lee suggested that before I try that, I put on happy music for him while he gets ready.
So this morning as [...]
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31July2006
depression
Posted by Michelle under: Chores; Emotions.
Had a fascinating experience on Saturday. We had company on Friday (everybody in my husband’s clinic, plus spouses and children). I tried very hard not to be too stressed but getting things done ahead of time. I’ve already noticed how my children reflect my stress, but this time I thought we all were handling it [...]
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27July2006
Problem to Think Through
Posted by Michelle under: Bedtime; Emotions.
Oldest son (age 3) hates baths. More specifically, he hates getting his hair washed. More specifically, he hates getting water (not merely soap) in his eyes.
This isn’t unique to bathtime. Put him outside in a small swimming pool, and he’ll cry if he gets water in his eyes. Little sister loves putting her face in [...]
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19July2006
Whining and Three Words
Posted by Michelle under: Communication and Meaning; Emotions.
I’ve learned that dealing with whining really depends on the developmental ability of the child. When David whines or moans to communicate, I’m suspecting a different motivation than when Bethel whines or grunts to communicate. I address his manner of communication. The difference is language ability. With Bethel, I am actually teaching her what to [...]
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3July2006
Not all crying is equal
Posted by Michelle under: Communication and Meaning; Emotions.
As part of my thinking about distraction as a means of dealing with anger, I’ve been watching my kids today and evaluating my responses to their fussiness.
Bethel incident #1: wanted to be held as I was putting her down in order to get myself dressed. As she started to cry, I just said “Mommy is [...]
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2July2006
distracting does not equal “doing nothing”
Posted by Michelle under: Discipleship; Emotions.
A friend mentioned recently that she sometimes felt like distracting her young son (toddler) was neglecting to teach him/ discipline him. This statement got me thinking about this technique, since I too, have found that it is a very effective technique with my own children. Here is a typical scenario: baby has to share or [...]
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26June2006
emotionalism
Posted by Michelle under: Emotions; Fear; Scripture Memory.
We’re right in the middle of moving. The house is in disarray, with piles of pictures in one corner, stacks of linens on the guest bed, and all the curtains taken down. We just got back from a 10-day trip to New Mexico to look for a house, during which we stayed in four different [...]
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19May2006
Mom’s motivation
Posted by Michelle under: Discipleship; Emotions; Introspection; Mom Time.
Nothing like getting things accomplished to feel more motivated, eh? While we’re talking about motivating children, it’s easy to forget how we ourselves are motivated.
A few things that motivate me:
Making the choice to do right. Somehow when I start avoiding my problems, they get worse. I had a friend tell me that she just didn’t [...]
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20November2005
What’s behind the crying?
Posted by Michelle under: Child Development; Emotions.
Here is one difficulty that I am interesting in understanding better and resolving:
David (30 months) cries often. His tearfulness does increase with fatigue. He cries when he doesn’t get his way. He cries when something disappointing happens (like friends leaving). He cries when he wants something he can’t have (like a toy Bethel is [...]
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