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When Initiative Starts to ClickWhat if your tween wanted to help — without being asked? In this episode, MarinaJoy reveals the overlooked skill that makes initiative possible and how to quietly build it into your everyday parenting. It’s a subtle shift, but it works. Ready to see initiative take root at your house? Hit play.
They walked past the mess again, didn’t they?This episode isn’t about nagging or chore charts. It’s about helping your tween learn how to notice what’s out of place—and why that one small skill can shift the way your home feels. I’ll walk you through how to teach it without a lecture, what to say (and…
Should your tween be doing chores — even when it feels easier to just do it yourself? In this voice note, I’m sharing a few thoughts on why chores matter, how to make them less of a battle, and what might shift when you give your tween just the right kind of responsibility. If you’ve…
Should you get your tween to do chores? If you’re wondering whether it’s reasonable to ask your 9-13 year old to help around the house, the short answer is yes – and you shouldn’t feel guilty about it. As a parent, it’s completely reasonable to have your tween contribute to the upkeep of your household….