Constructive Criticism?

This week marks the release of my first book in four years—The Little Things: Why You Really Should Sweat The Small Stuff. It is a straightforward, honest assessment of the thinking behind some of today’s most incredible successes. At least the ones in which I can say I have quietly…

Tune in to hear Dr. Cloud immediately begin tackling challenging questions posed by advocates of “Gentle Parenting”. Should limits be imposed on a child? Why or why not?  What about homework that is clearly beyond a child’s present ability?  Should a parent step in? What happens when a child is required to complete…

In this week’s episode, Andy answers a question from a mother whose own parents were not present for much of her life. She now has twin boys and wonders when the right time will be to tell them about her upbringing. Her main concern is that they not think she…

Have you ever wondered if there is a connection between “this” and “that”?   I am often curious about why “happenings” that are really quite opposite seem to run in tandem.  For instance, do you sometimes seem the most tired when your kids are the most energetic?  I call this…

The three most common excuses we tell ourselves for not being able to do something are: I don’t have enough time. I don’t have enough money. I don’t have enough leadership. The reality, however, is that none of us are ever short of time, money, or leadership. We are only…