june 7
2010
What We’re Wearing: Yourstyle On The Streets Of New Kingston Heading Back To School Proper Parenting or Spying?
Quote of The Week “Reflect on your present blessings, of which every man has many; not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.” -Charles Dickens
Editor’s Note Hi Readers, In this week’s issue, Your Style has broadened the scope as we take a look at the aspiring females who’re hoping to head back into the classroom after taking a break. Also, we try to distinguish between proper parenting and spying, plus lots more. Take a break and indulge and as usual, express Your Style..
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Proper Parenting
Or Spying?
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Of course your child might find it a little weird that their parent wishes to add them as a friend on Facebook but you might be surprised that it adds a whole new dimension to the relationship that exists.
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onitoring the activities of one’s children has always been a priority among parents, but with increasing usage of computers, cell phones and other forms of technology, the job has gotten increasingly harder over the years. Toeing the line between respecting your child’s right to privacy while trying to ensure that their extracurricular activities are not detrimental to their development can now be a full time job. Your child will not always know what is best for them, despite their most ardent protests, so the onus is on you the parent, to monitor your child without creating the impression that their privacy is being violated. Seems a lot like spying, but when your child goes from an extroverted family-oriented individual to an introvert with eyes firmly planted on one tiny screen or another, then a little knowledge about this new person you are raising could go a long way.
Be proactive & technology can be your friend too
It is vital that parents do not let technology get ahead of them. If your child is totally engrossed by the thrills of social media and its ilk, then do not be afraid to join the party. Of course your child might find it a little weird that their parent wishes to add them as a friend on Facebook, but you might be surprised that it adds a whole new dimension to the relationship that exists. Children will find ways to maintain their boundaries, so you might find that you are only able to view what he or she wants you to view, but it’s a lot better than nothing at all.
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A healthy relationship is key
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A healthy parent-child relationship plays a vital role in bridging the gap in those turbulent years when children are trying to find themselves. Being an active participant in all aspects of your child’s life will make the child more comfortable with divulging information and whereabouts in later years. Knowing all of their friends and regular hangout spots will make it easier to identify potential red flags in the future. When your child begins to change his/her routines without adequate explanations, or start hanging out with different friends, it should immediately become apparent and careful inquisition can make a world of difference. Just like a master interrogator would tell you, the more you know about your subject the easier it is to tell when they are telling the truth.
Good parenting is also conscious parenting Being fully present when your child needs you is the epitome of conscious parenting. Parents can be distracted by the ‘craziness’ of their own lives and try to substitute by providing material things. Children need undivided attention from their parents, as psychologists say that parents are still the primary role-models.
Family is the only place where they know that they are always loved no matter how “cool or uncool” everyone else may believe they are. Position yourself as a hero is your child’s life story or someone else will.
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Heading Back To School
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ack to school”. For the first time in a long while those three words don’t infer the preparation of your children for another year of scholastic challenges. Now, they relate directly to your own development. It has been in the back of your head for years, but your responsibilities and obligations have made making excuses very easy. But now the children are well positioned to go off to school and become functional adults, and your partner has gotten the promotion which he has been working for years to achieve. The old excuses begin to hollow and you realize that the time is indeed nigh. It is time to regain focus and put yourself first, and while it won’t be easy, we hear that the difficulty ranks somewhere with that of relearning how to ride a bike. It will be challenging to reconnect with a formal education system, however, knowing what to expect and having a positive attitude can go a long way.
Be prepared Time management is going to be crucial, especially if you will be working full time and taking care of your family while going back to school. Being prepared and organized are two of the best things you can do for yourself. Using a calendar can help to get you organized with classes and your family’s busy schedule, as well as other important meetings, so that family activities can be scheduled around your class time.
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It is time to regain focus and put yourself first, and while it won’t be easy, we hear that the difficulty ranks somewhere with that of relearning to ride a bike.
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Heading Back To School
Don’t be afraid to use technology to help with your time management. Using today’s avenues, appointments and tasks can be shared between your classmates and your family at the proverbial drop of a pin.
The importance of updating your technical knowledge If you have been out of the classroom for a while, chances are you might need to brush up on your technical knowledge. Many lecturers now expect their assignments to be emailed, and you may also be required to participate in online activities that serve as part of your course work. Most institutions of higher learning do not even facilitate the registering of courses by any means other than via the internet. Such advances may seem daunting, but most women nowadays are well versed in the use of the computer and the internet, but a little brush up won’t hurt at all.
Promotion The thought may have flickered across your mind, while seeing others getting promotions ahead of you while you consistently perform excellently at your job. It may just be the luck of the draw, but you may be better positioned in the lottery if you have an ace up your sleeve in the form of a post graduate degree. A bachelor’s degree isn’t quite what it used to be unfortunately, and it is now a basic requirement for many entry level jobs. Moving to the next level in the corporate structure may require you to take the plunge and go get that Masters Degree. With your experience and newly acquired qualification, your bargaining power becomes so much more.
Financial woes Recent studies have shown that most women are willing to further their education beyond a bachelor’s degree, but are delayed from achieving these dreams due to the unavailability of funding. Even though this is a justifiable excuse, there are scholarships and funding available through various associations and nonprofit organizations. There is also the Students’ Loan Bureau that will provide a maximum of J$800,000.00. Some companies are also willing to send their employees to pursue higher education if you satisfy their requirements; it is advisable to check to see if your company is one of those. If so you could be well on your way. advertisment
A dream deferred Tiffany Wiles, 27, A mother of two (a five year old and two year old) and a first year Law student at University of Technology, Jamaica, Tiffany spoke of the turn that her life took. “When I was younger I told myself that by 26 I should be a lawyer, but unfortunately it did not quite work out that way,” says Tiffany. “Nonetheless, I still did not say “die dream die” as my partner is willing to help out more with the children while I pursue my law degree.” She continued, “I must admit that it will take some time effort because I am a part-time student, but what is most important is that I am getting it done and so can any other female who has children.”
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