health and screensNurturing Relationships: How Martial Arts Builds Kids' Social Skills
Can martial arts help your child make friends and build healthy relationships? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Clifton, Hackensack & Belleville NJ explains.
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behaviorNurturing: Change the Behavior, Not the Child
Correct the behavior, not the child. Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on turning weaknesses into strengths.
behaviorHelping a Child With ODD: Staying Calm When They Push Every Button
Defiance, arguing, meltdowns? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on supporting kids with ODD.
brain developmentThe Chemistry of Friendship: How Kids Learn to Trust, Connect, and Belong
How do kids learn to trust and connect? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ explains oxytocin and friendship.
parentingWhich Parenting Style Works Best? Firm, Warm, and Built for Growth
Authoritarian, authoritative, permissive, or uninvolved? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ compares styles.
confidenceParenting the Shy Child: Your Child Isn't Shy. They're Smart.
Is your child shy or just careful? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ shares 5 ways to help.
confidenceParenting With Nurturing: How to Build Your Child's Self-Esteem
Real self-esteem is quiet and steady. Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on how to build it.
behaviorPatience: How to Be a More Patient Parent (Even on Hard Days)
Want to be a more patient parent? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ shares do-overs and more.
focusPlayful Connection: How to Fill Your Child's Emotional Cup
Why playing with your kids fills their emotional cup and cuts down on misbehavior. Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Belleville, Clifton & Hackensack NJ.
behaviorPrompting: Catch Your Child Being Good (and Watch What Happens)
Try catching your child being good. Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on positive reinforcement.
health and screensThe Right Way for Kids to Warm Up Before Sports
Dynamic warm-up before, static stretching after. Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI in Hackensack & Clifton NJ shares a simple warm-up kids can use for any sport.
behaviorQuiet Parenting: How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids
Want to stop yelling at your kids? Grandmaster Allen of ZENTAI Martial Arts in Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack & North Arlington NJ on triggers and calm plans.