by Lori Wildenberg | Jul 22, 2024 | Communication, Entitlement
So what is a key quality to develop in our kids so they can become an effective leader? We use the Jesus formula. We train them to be good followers, just like Jesus did with his disciples. Jesus had his gang of twelve. Eleven of the twelve learned what it meant to...
by Lori Wildenberg | Jul 6, 2023 | Communication
Lately I’ve been reflecting on things I would do differently if I could turn back time. Here’s one of the things I would change if I could. The First 5 When Tom came home from work, the kids (as littles) and dogs would happily greet him. I would be...
by Lori Wildenberg | Apr 25, 2023 | Communication, Discipline, Relationships, sibling
It is spring- or almost spring in Colorado. It’s the time of year when we need to choose between boots or flips. Kids are getting restless, May, the month that rivals December for busyness, is right around the corner. Drivers are hurried and impatient. Our...
by Lori Wildenberg | Sep 9, 2021 | Character Development, Communication, Relationships
“My child’s love language is Words of Affirmation. I am not particularly strong in this area. I would love to have a list or some examples to study and practice.” This is a portion of an email I received from a mom of two. This mom knows her daughter well....
by Lori Wildenberg | Jun 28, 2021 | Character Development, Communication, Faith Development, Fear, Relationships
Have you ever compared the words, make and keep? Maybe not, but recently I have. Perhaps these words have been milling around in my mind because I need to know how the Lord wants me to proceed in a difficult situation. (Of course I want to keep the peace-but in doing...
by Lori Wildenberg | Jun 24, 2019 | Character Development, Communication, Relationships, Teen
Were you a “pretty good” kid? Were you honest with your parents? Were you always honest, never lied? Did your peer group’s opinions, beliefs, and actions influence you? These are questions I ask parents of teens during a workshop or coaching...
