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Parenting Advice for Perfectionist Kids

Posted: July 17th, 2010 by Michele Borba

Parenting Advice for Kids Who Feel They’re Never “Enough” Dear Dr. Borba, My ten-year-old is first in her class, and it makes her nuts. She stayed up until one in the morning last night memorizing state capitals. I worry that if she keeps up this pace she’ll have a nervous breakdown. She is a great [...]

Helping Kids Rebound from Mistakes

Posted: March 1st, 2010 by Michele Borba

Many historians feel that one of Winston Churchill’s greatest speeches was given at a graduation ceremony at Oxford University. He had worked on the speech for hours. When the moment finally came, Churchill stood up to the cheering crowd, and in a strong, clear voice shouted just three words, “Never give up!” He paused a [...]