People need to feel safe to talk without their ideas being criticized, judged, demeaned, or mocked. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Accessing a "professional listener" such as a psychologist or counselor can be useful if the loved one wants to use this form of support. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
A parenting program should focus on parent's attitudes to themselves, their children, and the relationships they are building with their children. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
There is no one best way for parents to become the parents they want to be just as there is no one best way… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Demonstrating faith and optimism in the child or adolescent's ability to work things out in their own time and in their own way can… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Seeking the counsel of trusted and respected health professionals can also be helpful in providing parents with some balance for their concerns as well… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
One of the most important goals to have may well be the goal to create the life you want without preventing other people from… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Attitudes of optimism, of "let them be", and of joy in watching and helping another life develop and blossom will help parents relish their… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
I can’t even take a stroll through a park. As soon as women see my face they start gathering up their children and running… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Once parents have a clear idea of their important parenting goals, beliefs, and values, they can then think about specific situations and identify the… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
One of the premises of parenting might be that the job of parents is to teach their kids to get along without them. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Prioritizing listening to their child or adolescent is extremely important. It can be very hard to listen to someone who is upset or troubled… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Any statements from the parents may seem like criticism or judgment by the child or adolescent. It's very important that the child or adolescent… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
