1st Principle Group

Parenting a high-functioning child with ADHD presents unique challenges and opportunities. While these children often excel academically and socially, they will still greatly benefit from tailored support to manage their symptoms and thrive.  While high-functioning, your child may still benefit from professional interventions from a therapist who specializes in working with children.  Cognitive-behavioral therapy can…

As Christians, we understand that rebellion against authority is not merely a behavioral issue, but a spiritual one rooted in our fallen nature (James 4:1-3). When we address a rebellious child, we are not simply dealing with a behavioral issue, but rather we are dealing directly with their sinful heart. As we discipline rebellion, our…

Parenting a strong-willed child is often challenging and discouraging, and it can be hard to keep the long view in mind in the midst of temper tantrums and disobedience.  However, your strong willed child is not a mistake, and God can use them mightily for his purposes.  Parenting a strong willed child is not finding…

Teaching our children impulse control is one of the ways we can help them grow in Christlikeness.  Proverbs 25:28 states, “A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls.”  By teaching your kids how to control themselves, you are helping them learn how to resist the temptation to sin, persevere…

In our first post in this series, we looked at how to identify your strengths.  But how can Christians talk about their strengths without coming across as boastful? Christians often grapple with the idea of talking about their strengths. They are concerned about coming across as boastful or prideful, which goes against the humility we…