by Michele Borba | Apr 21, 2017 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness, Parenting, UnSelfie
If you’re like most parents, you probably shower your kids with praise. After all, isn’t our encouragement the secret sauce to boosting our kids’ success and happiness? What could be more affirming than telling your child, “Good job!” “I’m proud of you” or “You are...
by Michele Borba | Apr 17, 2017 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness, Parenting, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, School Success and Learning, UnSelfie
Vanuatu, Tibet, Afghanistan, Denmark, and Armenia: How educators are activating students’ empathy and making a difference! I’m convinced that empathy is the glue that holds a civilized society together, is the best antidote to stop bullying, aggression and...
by Michele Borba | Dec 20, 2016 | Character and Moral Intelligence
REALITY CHECK: Have you taught your child an often overlooked and critical holiday skill for kids of how to show gratitude and appreciation even when you’re disappointed with what you’ve received?” The skill is one that can be practiced and is a...
by Michele Borba | Oct 20, 2016 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness, Parenting
REALITY CHECK: Now that the fall semester is underway, it won’t be long until your child’s progress report arrives, revealing not only their academic proficiency, but their conduct report as well. Studies confirms that children today are more self-centered...
by Michele Borba | Jun 21, 2016 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy and Kindness, UnSelfie
Empathy is the ability to identify with and feel for another person. It’s the powerful quality that halts violent and cruel behavior and urges us to treat others kindly. Empathy emerges naturally and quite early, which means our children are born with a huge...