Dr. Cale’s Blog

Here’s the bottom line:  Lots of words…means the words get diluted.
The tendency is to think that words change behavior.  Let’s be real about this…if words worked…I (and all other Psychologist) would be out of business…
If words are constantly flowing out of your mouth…you will find several things unfolding over the years.  These will be….

You have […]

      I have tried a variety of things to get my three year olds sleep regulated and it seems she is in between needing and not needing a nap. I have tried to get her up earlier, intending to get her to bed earlier, but usually she can’t make it to bedtime. Then if she takes a […]

Okay, I want to begin with a warning.  This is the second in a series of articles on optimism and happiness, and how we can achieve our goals and really live our dreams. 
However, this article will not appear to be about optimism initially.  Keep reading please, as it is critical to get that this concept […]

I just wrote an article for a local publication, and thought you might be interested. It’s about the disturbing trend toward cyber-bullying. It’s especially prevalent with the 12-15 year old teenage girls.
Teens More Frequently Bullied Online
When socializing on the Internet, many teens are exposed to “cyber-bullies.” Cyber bullying occurs when highly negative or abusive […]

In a recent email to subcribers, I began a new series of articles with the metaphor that follows.  Because so many people asked questions, I will ask that you first read the story below.  Questions, and my thoughts will follow…
The Mayo Jar
When things in your life seem almost too much to handle, when 24 hours in […]

I just read a news release that someone is suggesting that “less is more” when it comes to parenting. 
I couldn’t agree more.  In most areas where children get more and more…less is needed. 
Less TV
Less Video
Less nagging
Less protecting
Less catering to picky eating
Less negotiating
Less compromise on healthy values
Well, the list could go on.  I don’t mean to […]