Parenting with Values: Not Your Average Traits

Have you ever wondered, "Am I a good parent?" "Am I doing the right things?" "Will my children grow into ethical adults?" Raising kids with character can be a challenge. Research tells us that every 7 minutes a child is arrested for a violent crime. Don't let this be your child. Having counseled parents and children over 22 years, I've seen the family pain when children act without values. Recently, I visited the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado. I was drawn to their impressive mural about character. Here's a quote from that mural: "The most successful people achieve great successes in their lives because they live the highest standards of Integrity, Service and Excellence." The Air Force Academy teaches these traits. They apply to parenting too. Let's cha View the rest of this article