From a young age boys are praised and encouraged when they show direct, confident behaviorswinning a game or climbing to the highest branch.
Girls, Dr. Hinshaw explains, are also told to be ambitious, smart, and successful. But for them the directive comes with conditions that hamper individuation.
Be confident, but not conceited
Be smart, but no one likes a know-it-all
Ambition is good, but trying too hard is bad
Be assertive, but only if it doesnt upset anyone else
Helping your daughter drop unnecessary apologies and begin using clear, direct language will give her a powerful tool for success in the future.
No matter who shes speaking tofriends, teachers, co-workers, or even someday the employees of her own companyknowing how to communicate with confidence sends the message that shes self-assured, proud of her skills, and comfortable expressing her ideas.
And shes not sorry about it one bit.
There's been a lot of change for dads in a short period of time. Today they work as many hours as previous generations, but do three times the childcare and twice the housework as dads a generation ago. In this interview, Scott Behson, PhD, author of "The Working Dad's Survival Guide" talks about how working dads can create a more balanced life of family, work, and self, and how employers can help make it happen.
With a few practical tips and strategies in place, you can stay on top of your other responsibilities so you don’t feel overwhelmed by too many changes at once.
Being a new parent can feel lonely. Here are some ways to get out there and make new friends - and nurture your existing relationships (even while exhausted).
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