Every piece of criticism counter with five positive comments. Always be on the lookout to catch your children in the act of doing something right for which they can receive praise. Hug and kiss your children for no particular reason. This might compensate for those times you might inadvertently hurt their feelings. Our mental health impacts immeasurably on our parenting.
Children pick up on the slightest nuances in emotional balance.
It is therefore imperative that along with our efforts to be good parents, we pursue avenues of personal growth be it through therapy, learning, support groups, creative outlets, etc. Finally, pray, pray, and pray some more. Pray that your efforts will be met with success and that you'll see much naches , pleasure, from your children. Send a question that you would like Rebbetzin Faige Twerski to answer in a future article. Rebbetzin Feige Twerski of Milwaukee, Wisconsin has devoted her life to Jewish education and Outreach, giving lectures worldwide on a myriad of Judaic subjects.