Monday, Sep 28, 2009

Teaching Kids to Do Chores

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I don't mind doing laundry, but I hate mopping the floor. I'm not big on dishes, either. Or cleaning toilets.

Luckily, I have children. And they are perfect for such tasks!

In this podcast, I talk about the necessity of teaching kids to do chores. Not just because it gives us a break, but also because kids need to be taught to be independent.

Listen in as we talk about the philosophy behind chores--and why teaching them to do chores will actually boost their self-esteem (and their chances of marriage)! It will also help those marriages to be far more successful.

It's only 5 minutes long, but it can motivate you to make necessary changes in your parenting! And then maybe you won't have to do all the mopping after all.

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Tuesday, Sep 22, 2009

Keeping Your Sanity When It Comes to Kids' Activities

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Let's say you have three kids. They're each involved in two activities a week: swimming, karate, gymnastics, skating, hockey. That doesn't seem too bad, does it? Every kid wants to do at least two activities.

But add that up, and it means you're never eating dinner together as a family! You're spending your life on the road, grabbing take-out food.

Is gymnastics really worth losing your family over?

And what about your own activities? Are you getting so busy with your own stuff that you have no time for those around you who need you?

Listen in to today's podcast, and figure out how you can reclaim your family--and your sanity!

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Tuesday, Sep 15, 2009

Mom's Desperation Guide to Cleaning Quickly!

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Few of us wake up in the morning and say,

"Wow! I can't wait to do housework all day!"

It's not exactly high on the Fun-o-Meter. But it does need to get done. There is a certain level of cleanliness that we all need, and no one wants to fear catching a communicable disease in one's kitchen.

But that doesn't mean cleaning has to take a lot of time! Listen in to this quick podcast where I share my best cleaning tips on how to get housework done in a flash!

It's the beginning of the new year, so let's start it well with new routines that help us get organized and feel more in control--so that we have more time for what really matters!

And don't forget--my book, To Love, Honor and Vacuum, which this podcast is based on, is on sale this month! More here.

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