Learning patience helps children and adults alike
Adults live in a world of delayed gratification while children struggle to wait for rewards. The piece cites Katherine in Germantown Wisconsin and 4 and 5 year olds in experiments showing that children who delay gratification tend to perform better academically and handle frustration better later, with boys more prone to early impatience and associated social issues.
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Katherine
Joanne Reilly
Germantown
Wis
Milwaukee
Joseph
Ms. Reilly
Sheryl L. Olson
University of Michigan At
Ann Arbor
Olson
Walter Mischel
Columbia University
Mischel
Budgeting tips to avoid non monthly expenses ruin
Eldon Gill of Consumer Credit Counseling Service in Lawrence urges planning for irregular costs like car repairs medical deductibles and clothing allowances. He offers free budgeting classes Sept 14 and 21 and a four week money control workshop in Lawrence starting Oct 4 with details at 842-6222 842-6234 or 749-4224.
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Eldon Gill
Consumer Credit Counseling Service
Lawrence
Gill
Sible
Lawrence Center
Consumer Credit Counseling Service Office
Topeka
Richard Gwin Eldon Gill
Steps to solve problems lessen worry in adults
WACO Texas researchers report more than half of participants worry to the point of concern with women and students showing higher rates. Psychologist Rex Selters urges problem solving over rumination and notes worry can affect energy, time, and health. He cites coping steps and Dale Carnegie’s How To Stop Worrying and Start Living as practical guidance.
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Waco
Tex
Mark Twain
Rex Selters
Selters
DePaul Center
Charles Mayo
Dale Carnegie
Start Of School Mindset Tips For Parents Aimed At Students
Parents can shape a positive school start by setting study priorities, providing a quiet workspace, and establishing a daily study time. Encourage communication with teachers, discuss daily school experiences, and stress that learning is a lifelong process with realistic goals and ongoing effort.
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