The beauty of the world lies in the diversity of its people
Heritage Day is celebrated now during the month of September. A day when the vibrancy of cultures that is our South African nation, commemorate the diversity of beliefs and traditions that defines a culture. This celebration is about all of us learning about, respecting, and appreciating our own cultures and the culture of others. Here at DCYCC we hold an Annual Heritage Day Celebration. Our …
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Effective parenting in the 21st Century…part 2
Last month we looked at effective parenting in the 21st century. This month we continue with effective parenting looking at practical ways to deal with common behaviours we contend with from our children. If you are hoping for a step-by-step guide, you will be disappointed. The reality is that when it comes to parenting techniques there is no one size fits all approach. Your child …
Effective parenting in the 21st Century
Isn’t it interesting how almost every type of job requires some form of training, whether it be in the form of formal qualification or on the job training; except for parenting! And make no mistake, parenting is a full-time job and a difficult one at that. Without the necessary knowledge and skill, it can be fraught with challenges. Over the years parenting styles have changed, …
Is your heart where your treasure lies?
Matthew 6:21 says, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also”. I love this verse from the Bible. What it means is, that my time, attention, actions and energy are focused on whatever I value above all else. Have you stopped recently to ask yourself what treasure is stored in your heart? Young people are developmentally wired to seek new experiences — …
Whose business is CHILD ABUSE?
Stories of a child being abused in some shape or form is reported across all media and social platforms in our country daily. The stories range from truly horrific to……actually, let us be clear….abuse of any form is equally horrific. The physical wounds may heal, in some cases not fully, however the emotional wounds run deep, forever changing the way a child views the world …
Listening and Learning
‘God gave us two ears and one mouth, so we can listen twice as much as we talk’. Listening is an important part of communication because it allows for a better understanding of the message being expressed. With listening comes understanding and the end result produces learning. It’s important to teach your child listening skills and here’s the reasons why: Good listening skills gives them …