Michele Borba, Ed.D. Michele Borba, Ed.D.
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How to Deprogram a Materialistic Kid

by Michele Borba | May 21, 2016 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Materialism

Okay. You admit you have a materialistic little critter on your hands. Take comfort. There are proven ways to deprogram a materialistic kid. It will take time and commitment, but the benefits are profound for your child and your family. Kids who are less materialistic...

How to Raise An Unspoiled Kid

by Michele Borba | Jan 4, 2014 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness, Selfish and Spoiled

Parenting advice to help us raise strong, caring, unspoiled kids and reduce that “Big Brat Factor” element that seems to be a growing problem with kids these days. Our most important role is raising our kids to become capable, well-adjusted human beings....

Kids Behaving Badly: The “Brat Kid Ban Trend” and Parenting Solutions

by Michele Borba | Aug 10, 2011 | Discipline & Behavior, Parenting, Whining & Back Talk

REALITY CHECK: 64% of adults now favor “kid free zones” in restaurants, theaters, and planes. Time for an honest check – how are your kids behaving in public? You’ve spruced up the kiddos for a family night out at a restaurant. You intentionally...

7 Ways to Squelch Kid Insensitivity & Boost Empathy

by Michele Borba | Jan 29, 2011 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness, Selfish and Spoiled

Parenting advice to curb insensitivity, boost emotional intelligence and increase empathy in our children “Why should I care how he feels? He’s not my friend.” “So what if I made him cry. He’s a wimp.” “How was I supposed to know he would take it so bad? I was just...

The Spoiled-Kid Makeover

by Michele Borba | Nov 8, 2010 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Parenting, Selfish and Spoiled

Five steps to stopping the Big Brat Factor by curbing selfish and spoiled kid attitudes If you think self-centered and selfish kids are on the rise, you’re right. National surveys show most parents feel they’re raising selfish kids. The truth is kids don’t arrive in...
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