Opinion

Correcting our Children’s Behavior

In a previous blog, I wrote about the importance of accepting our children’s choices as they grow up and become adults. But the […]

Opinion

Unconditional Parenting

A major tenet of the Parentology philosophy is accepting and loving our children unconditionally. This is why we spend a lot of time […]

Life Design

Life Design: Walking Our Talk

The world of coaching and personal growth is a powerful catalyst for change. Our personal journey has put this catalyst to the test […]

Opinion

It’s Not About the Cookie – When We Haven’t Got a Clue

In our work, we frequently use a skill called Deep Listening. It’s a skill, when used well, can have incredibly transformative effects on […]

Opinion

Creating Impact Beyond Our Workshops

With parts of the world in turmoil, from American politics to the crisis in Syria, and following the publication of our Life Design […]

Opinion

The Power of Saying No!

A few years ago we met this great family on a holiday. They had a daughter who was the same age as ours […]

Opinion

Celebrating Our Children’s Mistakes

One summer afternoon while at a barbecue party at our friends’ home, I overheard the coach of a boys’ sports team for 8 […]

Opinion

The Creation of Open Heart (my own and the workshop…)

I thought moving country would be as easy as it had been when I left Turkey twenty-six years ago. When I moved to […]

Opinion

Scared Straight – Is Using Fear with Kids Ok?

Would you ever take your 6 year old child to the police station to scare them into having better behavior? Would you tell […]

Opinion

First Love

Recently, I have connected with some childhood friends, and have been reminded of my first love. It was interesting because I didn’t remember […]

Opinion

Accepting Our Children (Part 2 – When They’re Young)

Correcting the behavior of young children can be a huge challenge. If we aren’t careful how we do it, it can be harmful […]

Opinion

Accepting Our Children (Part 1 – When They’re Adults)

Becoming a parent is one of the most significant, rewarding, and challenging roles a person can take on in life. As adults we […]