Parenting and Family
Here, parents can find inspiring stories that will help them better understand and support the upbringing of their children, from toddlerhood to early adulthood. We share experiences from both experts and other parents who have faced similar challenges. Each story is written with the aim of offering support, understanding, and practical advice that can help not only with specific situations but also in building a strong and loving relationship with your child.
Bullying: When the Pain Isn’t Visible but Leaves Scars
Přečíst článekBullying isn’t just a child’s play. It leaves deep wounds, even if they aren’t visible at first glance. And I know firsthand what it’s like to have to protect your own children. How do you recognize bullying? And why shouldn’t we be afraid to talk about it?
The Day David Left Childhood Behind: A Conscious Rite of Passage into Puberty
Přečíst článekNot everything can be named in scholarly terms. In our family, we simply called it "saying goodbye to childhood." It was the day our son, David, stepped into a new stage of life, and we wanted him not just to hear it but to consciously feel it. Without grand words, but with a big heart, I write this story with the hope that it may inspire other parents who feel that their child's transition into adolescence deserves special attention.
Your Life Stories Can Also Help Others
Přečíst článekEvery man, whether young or old, is shaped by his life stories. Whether they are positive or rather painful. It all counts. Our life throws everything into one basket, into a life blender, mixes it all together, and from that mash, it continues to shape our character. And as they say, some stories are priceless. They are not so easily lived through. And that’s why we shouldn’t keep them just for ourselves, and if possible, we should use them to pass on our life experiences to others.
Tell Your Sons Stories – They Need Them
Přečíst článek"Dad, tell me a story from when you were young, something real from your life." "What do you want to hear?" "Anything." It's a great feeling when your son casually lets you know that you're already past your prime. Of course, I say that with a bit of humor. The important thing is that he’s interested in hearing stories from your life.
Show your sons they are heroes
Přečíst článekLáďa Mašát, my karate coach, once gave me a cut off from a magazine. At that time, we were discussing the importance of male role models in the upbringing of young karate kids. We noticed that, in most cases, the children came to karate classes with their mothers, and we rarely encountered fathers waiting for their children. I am truly grateful for those fathers who attened with their kids.
Every Voice and Opinion Holds Equal Weight – Father’s and Son’s Alike
Přečíst článekWhen a little boy grows into a young man, a junior, a teenager, his father should become more of a friend than just a parent. Stop constantly criticizing him, planning his every move, and giving endless commands. Some men might argue, “That’s nonsense, you need to keep a firm hand, or he’ll go wild.” Many of us repeat the mistakes of our own fathers, failing to adjust our parenting approach, staying stuck in the “alpha male” mindset: “As long as you live under my roof, you’ll listen to me.” “Once you have your own place, do whatever you want. Until then, shut up and fall in line.” Ouch.
For most kids, their dad is simply the BIG one
Přečíst článekThe word "BIG" can mean different things to different people. Big like tall, huge, loud, always around, or just a big personality. Or maybe a bit of all of it. For kids, a dad is, in the best way, just a big dad. And that's what it's all about. A good dad has the power to change everything in the family. He can stir and light things up. And make sure the home is secure, so that the kids and the whole family feels safe.