The Place in the Grove

Patricia — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:33:33 +0000

What If….. What if

we had unconditional love in our families, and knew that we would not be badly treated if we made a mistake…then there would be abundant love and little fear. What if

we noticed each other and showed appreciation with Catch Them Being Good….then we would all be more likely to have a positive mental attitude. What if

What if

we embraced diversity and nobody expected us to conform to a single belief system….then we would be free to express our individuality. mistakes were seen as healthy growing experiences…then we would take more risks and enjoy experimenting with new ideas. What if

we maintained a spirit of adventure and accepted change as natural and desirable…then we would be more comfortable with ambiguity and allowing things to flow and change around us. What if

we let go of thinking like victims… then we would accept personal responsibility for our thoughts, feelings and behavior. What if

we used the Serenity Prayer as a guide, accepting what we cannot change, changing what we can and asking for the wisdom to know the difference… then we would have peace. What if

we felt safe enough to talk about sensitive subjects like sex, death, disease, drugs and crime… then there would be little ignorance. What if

we listened receptively to each other… then there would be little loneliness. What if

we were able to express ourselves with assertive I-statements… then communication would be better received by others. What if

we treated each other with respect… then more of us would have high self-esteem. What if

we understood the developmental stages of children and could promote their advancement to the next stage… then more people would become self-actualized. Submitted by

Patricia Lessard

Certified Breakthrough Parenting Instructor

www.ThePlaceInTheGrove.com

HOW CAN YOU HELP A CHILD AND HIS/HER REJECTED PARENT?

Patricia Lessard — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:27:52 +0000

HOW CAN YOU HELP A CHILD AND HIS/HER REJECTED PARENT?
Posted by Patricia Lessard at 11:31am FIRST WHAT NOT TO DO
* Do not ignore the problem-it will not go away.
* Never give up hope and never give up on your child.

HOW CAN YOU HELP A CHILD AND HIS/HER REJECTED PARENT?
If you are a teacher, counselor, coach, clergyman, parent of the child’s friend, friend or family member.

* Listen to the child, without negating what the child is saying,
regardless of how outlandish it may be (that is the child’s reality) and
then enoucrage the child to hear the rejected parent’s point of view
Appeal to the child’s maturity by saying that iss the way mature
people handle conflicts.

* Point out to the child how persuasive advertising can influence a
person’s thinking and try to relate that to the child’s thinking about
the rejected parent.

* Look for books or movies that can stimulate discussion about the
importance of two parents and the sadness of having only one parent.

* If appropriate, invite both the child and rejected parent to the same
function, making the child aware that the reject parent is valued
and appreciated.

* Look for opportunities to provide positive input about the targeted
parent.

FORWARD TO TEACHERS, COUNSELOR,S COACHES, CLERY, FRIEND’S PARENTS AND OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS, SO THEY CAN HELP.

Parent Support Group

Patricia Lessard — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:57:30 +0000

We are starting our Parent Support Group in the new year. Third Friday of the month from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. Please let me know if you intend on attending.

Breakthrough Parenting Classes

Patricia — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:21:14 +0000

Title: Breakthrough Parenting Classes
Description: 8 2 hour interactive parenting workshops
Start Time: 19:00
Date: 2010-04-29
End Time: 21:00

Breakthrough Parenting Classes

Patricia — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:19:22 +0000

Title: Breakthrough Parenting Classes
Description: 8 2 hour interactive parenting workshops
Start Time: 19:00
Date: 2010-04-15
End Time: 21:00

Parenting Tip of The Week

Patricia Lessard — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 23:37:01 +0000

Breakthrough Parenting®

Parenting Tip Of The Week

Make sure each day you carve out at least 15 – 30 minutes a day to have some with your child(ren)

The closer your relationship is the happier and more cooperative your child(ren) will be. Happy children are less likely to create conflict and deal with it a lot easier. Everyone’s life will run a little smoother. Remember enjoy your children. You will never have this day again.

Patricia Lessard HS/RCA, CBPI 604-881-1104

Classes starting soon! Let’s Raise Some Amazing Children!

Please feel free to ask your questions on parenting here.

Patricia — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:21:31 +0000

I want to let people know that I will be at the Langley Children’s festival in Fort Langley on Friday June 19th showcasing the Breakthrough Parenting course.

I will also be at McCleod Park for the Langley Canada Day Celebrations if you would like to meet me and ask questions.

I will also be having an information session Friday July 10 7:00pm – 8:30pm in the multi-purpose room at Murrayville Library.

Hope to see you all there!