Guest Columns
Repetition important in raising children
QUESTION: What are the most important numbers for parents to remember when raising their children? ANSWER: In my opinion, those numbers are 7, 10 and ...
Maryanne Law Sunde, Author at Austin Daily Herald - Page 6 of 18
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Adults can help children cope with their grief
QUESTION: How can I help my pre-schooler understand grief? ANSWER: Children learn to understand the emotions they and other people are feeling from adults they ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, March 14, 2015 4:50 pm
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Helping children cope stretches parents the most
QUESTION: What “stretches” parents most in parenting? ANSWER: Many times we talk about the “big” challenges in parenting: defiance, the grief in divorce, the dangers of ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, March 7, 2015 2:36 pm
defensive driving
Think defense when taking to the roads
QUESTION: What’s the most important word in driving? ANSWER: Most of us have shouted “Defense, Defense, Defense!” at a weekend football game when our team needs to ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, February 28, 2015 7:06 pm
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Small steps can set a child’s imagination on fire
Question: My children love books and stories. I would love to help them create their own stories. Do you have any helpful tips?
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Monday, February 23, 2015 10:04 am
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Words that smile
QUESTION: Will you share some words to say that match the smiles and hugs I give my children? ANSWER: Children thrive on enthusiasm. When the ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, February 14, 2015 5:56 pm
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Parenting includes times for confrontation
QUESTION: I want to have a good relationship with my children, but sometimes I wonder if I tolerate inappropriate behavior because I don’t want them ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, February 7, 2015 5:53 pm
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Consequences of changing behavior
QUESTION: I need to have a clearer understanding of how to use different kinds of consequences to change negative behaviors. ANSWER: The goal of discipline ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, January 25, 2015 5:59 am
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Problem solving pattern helps communication
QUESTION: How can I improve communication with my child in a tough situation? ANSWER: Our real power as a parent or grandparent is our emotional ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, January 17, 2015 6:05 pm
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Approach to drinking has changed over the years
QUESTION: I’m a grandparent and I remember my own teen years, and I really think that a few drinking parties are basically harmless. RESPONSE: Drinking ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, January 10, 2015 4:59 pm
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Include those suffering grief
QUESTION: How can we be helpful to people who are grieving when others are celebrating? ANSWER: Most people who are experiencing grief when the general ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, December 20, 2014 5:08 pm
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Togetherness makes season special
QUESTION: What makes holiday gatherings really memorable for children? ANSWER: When we think of holiday gatherings we usually think about favorite foods, seasonal decorations and, of ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Monday, December 15, 2014 9:56 am
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History of impaired driving legislation goes back to the 60s
QUESTION: I know that in December Minnesota Law Enforcement has extra police officers enforcing impaired driving laws. What is the history of impaired driving legislation in ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, December 6, 2014 4:56 pm
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Steps to encourage your kid’s creativity
QUESTION: How can I help my children be creative? ANSWER: Put a potted plant in good soil and in the right kind of sunlight and ...
by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, November 29, 2014 6:10 pm
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Remember to be thankful for something every day
QUESTION: Is there a way to remember to be thankful every day, not just on a holiday? ANSWER: Perhaps this is the attitude you are ...