The Soft-Spoken Parent
Most of us are like writers of fiction. We take our life experiences and weave them into stories. But our stories are never entirely objective. We write to make a point. We color every … Read more
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Breathe Deeply The Soft-Spoken Parent
A man was guiding several youngsters through the exhibits in a museum. He was obviously impatient with their side trips and slow pace. Finally, he blurted out, “Hurry up! If you stop to look at stuff, we … Read more
Take a Mental Vacation
The Soft-Spoken Parent
When something bothers us, we humans often choose anger. We rehearse the offense, build our case, and gather evidence for the prosecution. Anger can even feel energizing. Something is wrong! Someone needs to do … Read more
The Soft-Spoken Parent: Saying No to Anger and Yes to Laughter
Every parent knows the moment: irritation rises, words gather force, and we stand at the edge of saying something we may regret. In this series, I have offered religious and research reasons to resist anger. I have … Read more
Getting Free of the Father of Contention
Anger often feels irresistible. A child breaks a glass or hits a sibling, and we erupt. Can that automatic reaction be interrupted? Can volcanic anger be replaced by calm helpfulness? In the moment, changing course can seem … Read more
The Counsel of Recent Church Leaders’ about Anger
Soft-Spoken Parenting
Our culture often models anger as if it were righteous indignation. But the Lord and His servants consistently condemn anger. It is the enemy of righteousness, holiness, godliness. Consider carefully a few words of counsel … Read more
The Counsel of Early Church Leaders’ about Anger
Soft-Spoken Parenting
The counsel of Church leaders has consistently encouraged us to avoid anger. Consider their words.
Joseph Smith
All the religious world is boasting of righteousness: It is the doctrine of the devil to retard the … Read more
What God Has Said about Anger
Soft-Spoken Parenting #2:
While the field of psychology has recently taken a strong stand against anger, God has always been against it. The Savior taught, “Whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in … Read more
Godly Parenting: Honoring Both Justice and Mercy
Latter-day Saints have a unique view of law. For us, law is not a quirky and mysterious invention God uses to test His creation. Rather we understand that law governs the universe, and God Himself obeys it. … Read more
The Foundation of Great Parenting: Compassion
Our own spiritual well-being—our relationship with God—forms the footings on which all our parenting structure rests. God is the rock on Whom we build.
The next step in building our structure is the foundation which supports the … Read more