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.
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Guidance from Grandmaster Allen and the ZENTAI team on confidence, focus, discipline, and helping your child grow on and off the mat.
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focusOne Thing at a Time: Why Multitasking Hurts Your Child's Learning
Is multitasking hurting your child's homework? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on single-task focus.
confidenceThe Brain Bank: Are You Making More Deposits Than Withdrawals?
Is your child's Brain Bank full or running low? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on deposits that matter.
parentingStrength-Based Thinking: Seeing the Strength Inside Your Child's Toughest Traits
Sensitive, distracted, stubborn? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ shows how to see the strength.
parentingD.O.S.E. for Kids: The Four Happy Brain Chemicals Every Parent Should Know
Dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, endorphins: Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ explains kids' happy chemicals.
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.
focusThe Power of Predictability: Daily Routines That Help Kids Feel Safe
Why do daily routines calm kids down? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ shares simple routines.
health and screensThe Secret to Well-Rounded Athletes: Don't Specialize Too Soon
Is your child playing one sport all year? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville & North Arlington NJ on overuse, burnout and building well-rounded athletes.
brain developmentUpstairs Brain, Downstairs Brain: Helping Your Child Think Before They React
What are the upstairs and downstairs brain? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on brain integration in kids.
emotionsIs It My Worry or My Child's Need? Understanding Parental Anxiety Projection
Are your worries shaping your child? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on parental anxiety projection.
growth mindsetUnlocking Potential: Is Your Child Lazy, or Just Not Lit Up Yet?
Is your child lazy, or bored and stuck? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on building motivation.
parentingUsing Positive Language With Kids: What to Say Instead
What to say instead of "you're being naughty." Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ shares swaps.