Preface

A condensed version of Best Practices in Parenting – so you don't have to rummage through a ton of books for timeless parenting principles that still work.

I once heard a preacher say, "I used to have 7 principles on parenting and no children. Now, I have 7 kids and no principles. Admittedly, raising children has become one of the most daunting challenges in our time. There was a time when children could be left on their own, with minimum supervision, a few rules spelled out, no-holds barred disciplining, and they turn out just fine.

Today, the task of parenting faces a very different landscape almost altogether. We must not ignore this fact. Our lifestyles are very different from that of our parent's and our children are far more exposed to an army of influences.

With cable TV, the internet, MP3s and hand phones, a myriad of voices reach your children's ears by the minute, with no shortage of supply every single day. Your voice is now reduced to one of the many channels on Astro.

But while the world is a very different place than it was 10 years ago, the basic principles on parenting still apply, are relevant and are just as effective. Just because things have changed so drastically doesn't mean the good old principals don't apply anymore. Despite the barrage of external circumstances, the human condition has not changed in the last 5 thousand years of recorded history.

This blog - eventually book - is a tribute to all parents who are doing well in raising their children and to those who are struggling to cope. My heart goes out especially to those who have felt like failures in this area. You're not alone. We're here along side you to help you regain your strong footing. Victory is around the corner. So read on and be blessed...