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101 Ways to Get Your Kids to Help at Home
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101 Ways to Get Your Kids to Help at Home By Judy H. Wright “A positive identity hinges on positive life experiences.” – Judy H. Wright If those positive experiences can take place in the relative safety and security of the home then so much the better. The more successes a child has, the better he feels about himself and his place in the world. When we teach our children to work, the whole family comes out a winner. The child feels greater self-esteem, independence and sense of belonging. The parents feel relieved of some of the workload, less manipulated and more successful is seeing their child develop life skills. “I get to unload the silverware now, but when I am 4 years old, and then I get to feed the dog. You have to be pretty responsible when you feed the dog, because they can’t just get cereal if they are hungry.” - Ridge, age 3 Are you children responsible for chores? Do they have to be reminded again and again to take the garbage out? Do you have to reprimand them when they forget? Are they resourceful in solving problems? Do they really know how to clean the living room or are they just rearranging the dust? Are your expectations reasonable? How about recruiting other family members to keep the house and life running smoothly? Does your family rotate chores so every one has an opportunity to learn life skills? What is the difference between a reward and a bribe? Wow! There “R” a lot of questions and what you really want is answers or solutions? Right? The most important R is Relationships and the good feelings that come to a family when everyone contributes in the sweat and the sweet. Contrary to what the kids may think, this is really about teaching life skills and team work. Those children who help at home ...
Baby Animals For Babies and Toddlers Want To Raise a Smart & Kind Child? Imagine your child entering kindergarten, junior high, and college and then finding a dream job. One that is perfect fit for their talents, skills and interests. As a caring adult, wouldn’t you feel happy for them? Wouldn’t it make you happy to find out that by spending time connecting while they were young will make it easier for them in the world of work. One of the best ways to increase the chances of your child’s success in school and life is to help them develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Help them to learn to read and gain a vocabulary of words. What words mean; how to use them in sentences and how to read them on a page or ipad. There is a direct correlation between vocabulary and success in school. Connection and Conversations Perhaps the purest joy in relationships is in the privilege of sharing. Precious hours that caring adults and children spend in each other’s company are remembered longest with the greatest delight. The mutual joy of sharing time together in conversation and connection will form a chain of experiences which give a child a deep sense of security. It will affirm the love and acceptance for their presence. Read, Sing and Talk As a Ready to Learn Instructor for PBS some years ago it was a honor to teach caring adults to read, sing and talk to their babies at least 20 minutes a day face to face. That seems like so little time in a day when toddlers interrupt every four minutes, but it is hard for some parents, to really concentrate and connect physically and spiritually with the child. DO IT ANYWAY. Children Learn What They Live Dorothy Law Nolte’s poem “Children Learn What They Live” tells us how children develop values of ...
Building Self Confidence with Encouraging Words
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Building Self Confidence with Encouraging Words By Judy H. Wright Are you discouraged and filled with anxiety? Are you worried about the future? Does the economy have you afraid of losing your job? Do you have a Plan B, if what you are doing fails? Are old negative tapes running through your thoughts? You deserve to recognize your special qualities and attributes. This self knowledge of what makes you unique and an asset to any relationship, personal and professional, will help you overcome any obstacles. Building Self Confidence with Encouraging Words is not a bunch of woo-woo platitudes and pat answers. Nor is it an academic study of what worked in a psychology lab. It is written by an Auntie (wise woman who loves unconditionally and supports your efforts) who has worked with thousands of families and individuals who want to make a good life for themselves and their families. Across all ages, economic and educational levels, confidence and a belief in what you contribute increases life satisfaction and happiness by 40%. Your attitude about life has a ripple effect on all of those around you. When you are confident about your skills and talents, others will trust you more readily. “I am amazed how much my focus shifted after doing the goal exercise. Now I see that I was much too general in what I wanted. No wonder I was always frustrated and felt like I had failed once again! I didn’t fail; I just didn’t see where I had succeeded. Thanks for sharing this day with us.” - Nancy, Participant in Confidence Workshop Contents Self-Confidence is a Learned Skill Positive Action Follows Positive Thought/li> Communication is More Than Just Words Building Respectful Relationships Encouragement is a Gift of Courage Correcting Others in a Supportive Way Nurturing Children with Love and Respect Appreciate and Acknowledge Success Words & Phrases for Positive Thoughts and Actions If you are anxious, nervous, or afraid, ...
Building Self Confidence with Encouraging Words MP3
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Building Self Confidence with Encouraging Words Enjoy Judy’s Downloadable MP3 Audio! Words, thoughts, and non-verbal expressions send vibrations into the universe and messages to the listener. What we say and think about we bring about. If you have a desire to increase self confidence, praise the attempts and focus on success. You will be able to download the MP3 file as soon as you purchase this audio. You are then free to listen to it on your computer or upload it to your iPod of MP3 player. Listen and learn while you exercise, work or relax. You will love Judy’s approachable, non judgmental way of helping the participants find their own answers. Audio length: 1 hour $10
Cultivating Character
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Cultivating Character Words and Expressions for a Happier Life By Judy H. Wright This inspiring little 25-page ebook will help you recognize the power of your thoughts and find ways to harness that power to improve your life. Written like a dictionary (with the addition of Judy’s personal guidance and stories) this book will help you recognize the negative thoughts that have been sabotaging your life and teach you how to change those thoughts into positive affirmations that will empower you to live a happier and more meaningful life. Only $10
Dealing with Grief and Loss MP3
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Dealing with Grief and Loss Enjoy Judy’s Downloadable MP3 Audio! Judy will share some of the skills you can learn that will help you deal with pain and grief. Whether you have lost a loved one, are struggling over a broken relationship, or wish to help a friend deal with their own grief this audio is for you. By listening to this audio you will: Learn that grief is a natural emotion and is okay to experience Become familiar with the stages of grief Learn skills to help you deal with grief and sadness more easily Learn to prepare yourself for times when loss is inevitable Learn how to explain death and loss to children Discover tools with the power to heal This audio will give you the tools and skills that will make life more bearable during times of sadness or loss. This class will help you feel more at peace and more confident in your ability to get through hard times and assist others. Audio Length: 48 minutes $10
Home Maintenance – Who does what to make our house a home?
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Home Maintenance – Who does what to make our house a home? By Judy H. Wright Do you want some help keeping the house clean and maintained? How would you like to have more cooperative kids? How about the “perfection police” who only want it done one way? Does anyone even care or appreciate all the decorating you do for the holidays? In a survey of 250 children, over 98% honestly felt they should work at home and most felt they were already doing their share if not more! Perception become reality and many of us, adults included, don’t realize that picking up a loaf of bread occasionally does not constitute grocery shopping! “I don’t mind doing chores as long as I can have music on and do it my way. It really bugs me though when my mom criticizes the way I do things.” - David, age 13 This little priceless ebook is a compilation from focus groups of parents, grandparents and families who shared what it takes to keep a home running smoothly. The more ideas that were shared in a group setting, the more the eyes were opened to how many activities it takes daily, weekly, monthly and annually.“The focus group was so fun last night. My husband was astounded by how much there is involved in running the house. I think he really thought the underwear fairy washed and folded his boxers and put them in the drawer. Not any more!” - Janie and Jon, participants in focus group What you will gain from purchasing this ebook: Printable chore charts for every room in the house (and more!) The right to make copies for every member of your family, so they can each fill out what they believe is their responsibility Guidance for a family council where you can share your lists and decide how you can allocate chores fairly. Assisting ...
How to Get Your Kids to Help at Home MP3
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How to Get Your Kids to Help at Home Enjoy Judy’s Downloadable MP3 Audio! Learn to institute meaningful family communication that will have everyone pitching in their share of the household work! Tips for making chores FUN and methods of encouraging your kids to be responsible and independent. By listening to this audio you will: The importance of organization within the family structure How to establish a weekly Family Council Methods of organizing family chores How the family can share the housework responsibilities Ways to make chores fun! Techniques for encouraging your children Ways to develop mutual respect And much much more! This is a very popular class of Judy’s which gives parents, teachers, and caregivers solid suggestions for achieving more cooperation from kid. Help teach children in your care about solid life skills. This audio will help you to develop a plan for getting the housework done so you can have FUN with your family! Plus, you will instill a sense of responsibility in your children that will serve them into adulthood. Audio length: 60 minutes $10
How to Help Your Kids Like Themselves
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Imagine what your child feels like in school or social situations? Can you picture the self-conscious shuffling of feet and downward stare? How would you like to discover simple, effective and honest ways to help your child to gain self-esteem and confidence? Do you sometimes find yourself wondering what you did or said that made your child run out of the room and slam the door? You will understand how to not take it personally when they reject your council and advice. You will discover new ways of communication that will be more effective and long lasting with your child, no matter what age they are. Suppose I were to tell you that simply by changing the way you ask your child how their day went would make an astonishing difference? Do you wonder what would happen if they became empowered to stand up for themselves? You will gain appreciation for your child’s strengths and help him or her to develop social skills that will help them feel comfortable in all situations. Suppose you were able to find just the right words to say that gave your child courage to find friends or try out for the play? Wouldn’t that feel great? This small booklet is crammed with proven results gained from years of parent education classes with parents just like you. Most parents love their children and want their kids to like themselves, but are not sure how to help them. Judy Helm Wright also known as “Auntie Artichoke” has spent years working with coaches, parents, day care providers, grandparents, foster families and others. You will find yourself nodding your head and agreeing with the suggestions and ideas. The genuine advice and suggestions will resonate with your spirit and your desire to help your child to like themselves. There is nothing magic or mysterious, just little ...
How to Raise Resilient Bounce Back Kids
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How does your child handle disappointment? What happens when they don’t win the game, election or friend? Are they resilient? Do they want to quit the team when they are not chosen for play? Can they bounce-back from disappointment or failure and find new ways to become empowered? How do you handle discouragement and crisis? What happens when you face adversity? What characteristics and strengths help you to overcome and bounce back from bad situations? Do you or your child dwell on what went wrong and what mistakes were made, rather than recognizing what went right, even if the outcome was not what you would have wished for?
I Lost My Best Friend Today
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I Lost My Best Friend Today Dealing with the Loss of a Beloved Pet By Judy H. Wright The Heartfelt Collection of Stories That Pet Lovers, Parents, Veterinarians, And Animal Communicators Are All Talking About Do you view your pet as a member of your family, your closest friend, and constant companion? Our pets help us to be better people. They bring us a level of love that can never be replaced any more than their personality can be replaced. If you or someone you care about has pets, there will be a tremendous sense of loss when that pet dies or has to be euthanized. I wonder if you can relate to some experiences I have had… Was the decision to euthanize your pet one of the hardest things you’ve ever done? Do you have an old or terminally ill pet who you cannot stand the thought of losing? Do you find yourself denying the inevitable or wondering how you will ever be able to handle the loss when they are gone? “I Lost My Best Friend Today is a wonderful collection of personal stories, information, and quotations about the heartfelt subject of how deeply pets, and their passing, affect our lives. It touches a subject, which until recently, was not in mainstream consciousness. This wonderful book deals with the many and varied emotional aspects of the death and grieving process of our family pets. If you have loved and lost a pet, this book will aid you in your healing process. If you know someone who has loved and lost a pet, this book will help you to understand what he or she may be going through emotionally and mentally.” - Patricia Skergan, D.C., Wholistic Chiropractic Is your child struggling to understand the death of their pet? Do you wish you could find the words to comfort a grieving friend or family member who lost a ...
Kids, Chores & More
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Kids, Chores & More How to Get Your Kids to Help at Home By Judy H. Wright A practical parenting guide, written by a real expert – a real mom of real kids who actually do help out at home! This book gives you ready to use advice that can be applied today. You will not find solutions on how to get a clean house, but rather how to have cooperative children. It also contains a full section on realistic expectations for each age group. Learn how doing less for your children will give you more quality time with them. Find over 50 specific ideas to make getting help from your kids more fun and enjoyable. Discover practical tips for organizing your home to make housework easier for everyone. Learn techniques to reinforce positive actions and discourage unacceptable behavior. Find many more ideas you can actually use to help you get the household help you deserve. Contents Introduction Household Goals A Parent’s Role The Balancing Act Family Council Realistic Expectations Preschool & Kindergarten Primary Grades Intermediate Grades Middle School & Junior High High School Ways to Get Kids to Help at Home Getting Organized Organizational & Teaching Tools Follow-ups and Reinforcement Pulling It All Together When you purchase this book you will receive the following bonus items Parenting For Success! ($19.99 value) The book is the “ultimate child development and parenting handbook!” This eBook includes information on parenting philosophy, parenting styles, communication and discipline techniques as well as child mental health and developmental topics. Home Maintenance – Who Does What to Make Our House a Home This 51-page eBook is packed with tips and printable charts to help designate family responsibilities and make housework a breeze! Daily Duties Chore Chart Printable chart to keep your kids on task! Prefect to post on your refrigerator! All for Only $17!
Law of Attraction DVD
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Keeper of the Keys – DVD – guest starring Judy H. Wright
Mastering Confidence – 5-part audio series
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Do You Suffer From Social Anxiety? Is Your Lack of Confidence Holding You Back? Transform social anxiety into the ability to meet new people and foster deep and lasting relationships… all with a few simple steps. Learn how to nail an interview, and beat out more qualified applicants, simply by acting confident (even if you aren’t) Have the confidence to ask for a raise or time off to have fun with your family. Start that home based business you have been dreaming about. Forge strong bonds with mentors, community leaders and others who can bring opportunities your way. Increase your income streams by allowing your creative abilities to shine. You will be able to read body language and learn who to trust and who to beware of. Ask for what you want in a clear, organized and concise way. As you listen to this 5 part-audio series, you will find yourself… Understanding the power of thought Controlling your self-talk Overcoming social anxiety and fear Enhancing verbal & non-verbal messages Building stronger relationships Acknowledging & Applauding success Order today. You will be so glad you did.
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Out of Balance? Be a Bounce Back Person
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Bounce Back From Anything! Are you struggling to balance the different areas of your life? Do you wish you could overcome the adversity and experience emotional freedom? Learn to become a resilient Bounce Back Person with Empowerment Coach, Judy H. Wright. With this inspiring book Out of Balance – Be a Bounce Back Person, you will achieve new methods: To see every challenge as an opportunity To see your everyday struggles as stepping stones Master your fear and find new strengths Gain techniques to find resiliency and rhythm in your life To experience emotional freedom from doubt, discouragement and despair Master setting boundaries and being consistent in keeping them Ask for what you want in life You will find so much information and enlightenment about: The six areas of life – Family, Social, Financial, Spiritual, Emotional and Physical Health How belief systems are formed Why money isn’t real The difference between feelings and emotions Overcoming social anxiety How to make friends and build community Trusting your intuition How an extra $200 a month can keep you from bankruptcy Why you cannot smile and be depressed at the same time And – – – 101 encouraging words and phrases “A never ending upward Bounce” By Enrichment There are a number of Judy’s books that have spoken to me personally but this latest one seems to have hit many marks for me. Surely her timeless techniques have helped in numerous ways over the years but each book has little nuggets that seem to materalize out of no where and sink in when you least expect them. This one is definitely worth the time – to Bounce Back in newer, easier ways. When you order this life changing book, you will also receive instantly: Free ebook The Power of Encouraging Words MP3 recording of grounding meditation called Guide My Feet 15 minute coaching session with Judy Helm Wright, empowerment coach and author (you will receive an email shortly, which will include ...
Raising Smart & Kind Kids: The Baby Years
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Raising Smart & Kind Kids: The Preschool Years
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Raising Smart & Kind Kids: The Toddler Years
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Spirit & Strength
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Spirit & Strength – Women of the Club – Our Stories By Judy H. Wright Born from the 20th anniversary celebration of the Women’s Club, the largest women only health club with swimming facilities in the world, this book shares pivotal stories of amazing women. Through these pages and incredible photos, you will meet some very special women who candidly disclose both happy and heartbreaking moments. You will find stories which will: Encourage you Inspire you Seem like a personal message to you Be just what you needed to read today Make you cry Make you laugh out loud Touch your heart and spirit Parallel your own life This book is a work from the heart and intended to touch your spirit in a very personal way. Even if you never meet the women whose story is documented, they will become your friend forever. $20
The Artichoke Recipe Book
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Good cooks know the freshest artichokes have squeaky leaves. Discover even more here. This book is filled with tips on picking the perfect artichoke, how to prepare them for cooking, and many absolutely scrumptious artichoke recipes, brought to you by Auntie Artichoke. Hello from beautiful Montana, As a global speaker and writer on family issues, I am frequently asked why I would have chosen an artichoke as my logo. What does parent education and artichokes have in common? You will find the answers in other essays included in this little recipe, history and philosophy book. In addition to the yummy treasures in the recipes, I want to share my enthusiasm for finding the heart of the story in the journey of life. My message focuses on Respect, Resilience and Responsibility, all qualities that the artichoke and those grow and eat them have. Three Important Lessons Part of my community volunteerism is hearing and recording end-of-life stories for Hospice.It is such an honor to share that space between worlds and gain from the wisdom of the dying. According to a study done and my own experience, the three things most dying people regret are: They wish they would have risked more. My mother said she chose the known and the unknown would have been fine.How many people are intimidated by the artichoke and miss the delectable pleasure because they were too afraid to ask how to cook and eat them? They wish they would have reflected more. Just stopped along the way to think “Is this the kind of person I want to be? Is this really what I want to do with my life? What would make me happier?” They wish they would have contributed more. One man told me that he wished he would have shared his wisdom with his sons. Another said she wished they would have had ...
The Healing Power of Stories MP3
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The Healing Power of Stories Enjoy Judy’s Downloadable MP3 Audio! The ultimate illness faced by humanity is loneliness. We need to know that we matter to the world and that our lives and experiences have had value. This audio is packed not only with scientific evidence of the healing power of stories, but also with actual experiences in which the process of sharing has had life-or-death-changing impact. People need to tell their stories as much as they need to breath or eat. Listening to each others stories is soul work. Learn the importance of telling and listening to stories as a form of healing and encouragement. By listening to this audio you will: Learn how to listen actively to another Encourage others to open up Empower themselves and others to share stories Handle painful or angry reactions Respect and honor the stories that are shared Retain confidentiality Celebrate diversity Audio length: 30 minutes $8
The Left Out Child
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The Left Out Child The Importance of Friendship By Judy H. Wright “How come girls invite everybody to their birthday party but me? Don’t they know that hurts my feelings?” - Marcie, 3rd grade “Sometimes my mom calls up her friend and tells her to make her son like me. I really hate that.” - Tyler, 3rd grade Friendship is the basic foundation of all relationships. It is the mutually respectful exchange of ideas, courtesy, respect and care. This book is full of techniques and ideas to share with children which will help them be more likeable and open to friendship. You cannot make others like your child, what you can do is make your child the kind of person who others will want to be friends with. Here’s a little example that is expanded upon in this book: 10 Ways to Help Your Child Make Friends: Say hello first and smile Introduce yourself Find a common interest Listen to what they say Say “you” more than “I” Be pleasant to be around Watch your body language Treat others as you would like to be treated Ask to join in the fun Don’t take it personally Teach and model these behaviors on a daily basis and you will find your social circles enlarging as others are drawn to you as a friend. The more detailed descriptions and activities are listed in The Left Out Child- The Importance of Friendship You will also find the words to say and facial expressions which is very helpful in teaching inner personal skills. Also included in The Left Out Child – the Importance of Friendship: 15 ways to help kids like themselves Guiding social development and personal growth skills Ages and stages of friendship Why is it important to be included Is it harder to make friends now than it used to be How important is it to help our child be more likeable Difference between friendship and popularity What do I do ...
The Turman Book
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The MC’s Manford Cleveland and Sarah Elizabeth Turman & Their Families Life Stories of Early Idaho Pioneers 300 pages of YOUR family history… A priceless legacy to share forever. Order today for Christmas giving and reading! The book includes: The Kentucky and West Virginia Kin: Grandparents Samuel and Rachel Turman Utah and Idaho Kin: Grandparents James Rouse and Sarah Catherine Turman Manford Cleveland and Sarah Elizabeth Turman Homesteading in Hamer The Store, Post Office and Boarding House Churches and Schools in the Hamer Area Trains, Planes and Water Growing up With Cousins All Around Dances and Fun Times Health, Sickness and Death Individual stories of the five children of MC & Sarah Elizabeth Turman: Eula and Ralph Helm Rachel and Melwood Nielsen Sam and Grace Turman Leonard and Louise Turman Ruth and Howard Smith Additional life stories include: Bessie Turman Lockwood, daughter of Samuel and Rachel Charles Turman, son of Samuel and Rachel Alta Maude Turman Mobley, daughter of Sarah C. and James R. Melvin Dale Turman, son of Sarah C. and James R. Samuel George Turman, son of Sarah C. and James R. Copy of the original history, The Tremendous Turmans published in 1977. Cost is $30.00 per book (includes shipping & handling) Make checks payable to: Judy H. Wright — 2400 West Central, Missoula, MT 59801 Phone: 406-549-9813 For credit card orders please click the button below
Use Encouraging Words to Motivate Positive Action
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Use Encouraging Words to Motivate Positive Action By Judy H. Wright Learn encouraging phrases to help build confidence in your children and family. It is so important to encourage and inspire your children to help them become confident self reliant adults. Buy this book today. You’ll be so glad you did. $10 Includes valuable bonus items!
Write Your Family Story: Leaving a Living Legacy
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Hello from beautiful Montana, We all have a lifetime of stories in our memory banks. We have had life lessons that our children and their children will want and need to know. Some of the stories will just provide entertainment or enlightenment. But they will all bridge the gap between generations. Share these stories with your family, friends and anyone else who will listen; • What was your favorite breakfast as a child? • Tell me about your first car? • What is an adversity you overcame as a child? An adult? • Where did your parent’s parents come from? • What is your favorite time of day? Of year? Of life? • What was your biggest disappointment? • What did you do that took courage? • How did you come to your political beliefs? • What do you consider your biggest success? • If you could have six words on your tombstone other than name and dates, what would they be? • What makes you laugh? • What advice about life would you give a 15 year old? A comprehensive listing of over fifty methods of writing your history. This booklet is filled with information, anecdotes, and examples to assist historians, journalists, instructors, or writers in clarifying which methods will best suit their purposes. A must for life story writing classes.