behaviorSay Yes to Childhood: What Happens When You Stop Saying No on Autopilot
Do you say no to your kids too much? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on the power of a yes.
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behaviorSensory Seeker or Sensory Avoider? Understanding How Your Child Responds to the World
Does your child crave or avoid sensory input? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on sensory needs.
behaviorGrumpy, Moody, Acting Out? How Mood Shapes Your Child's Behavior
Why is my child so grumpy? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ explains serotonin, mood, and better behavior.
behaviorShould I Worry? How to Tell Teen Moodiness From Something More
Is it normal teen moodiness or something more? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on reading the signs.
behaviorTeens Need Structure Too: Why Boundaries Are a Gift to Your Teenager
Do teens really need structure? Yes. Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on boundaries and martial arts.
behaviorWhy Kids Have Tantrums: What's Really Happening in Your Child's Brain
Why do sweet kids suddenly melt down? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on tantrums and the brain.
behaviorThe Power of Positive Parenting: Building Responsibility Through Motivation, Not Fear
Control or motivation? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on Theory X vs Theory Y parenting.
behaviorThink Big, Teach BIGGER: How ZENTAI Instructors Make a Deposit in Every Class
How do ZENTAI instructors make every class a positive experience? Grandmaster Allen on Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ kids classes.
behaviorTurning Big Emotions Into Teachable Moments
Meltdowns can be teachable moments. Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ shares 5 calm steps.
behaviorThe HALT Check: Why Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired Kids Struggle in Class
Is your child hungry, angry, lonely, or tired before class? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ explains HALT.
focusFuel Before Focus: How Food Affects Your Child's Mood and Behavior
Hungry, cranky, can't focus? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on food, mood, and smart snacks.
focusKarate Classes for 6 Year Olds: Help With Focus, Frustration, and Follow-Through
Focus, meltdowns, or repeating yourself? See how karate classes for 6 year olds help at ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ.