Consider this thought: "Every behavior of every child at any moment makes perfect sense to that child."  Suppose we who want to help kids could 'see' the world as they 'see' it.  Could we  become more effective helpers of kids?  Suppose, then, that we could move the child into a new perception of the world.  Could we facilitate important changes in the behavior of our kids?  When people see the world as filled with rage, hostility, and acts of destruction, their behaviors reflect this 'view of the world'.  In this discussion, Jim will teach specific ways to alter the perception of the world of young people in an attempt to start a change in their behaviors.

How we respond to our mistakes - our failures - may determine our ability to live happy, successful, fulfilling lives.  When we perceive the negative feelings that might follow our 'failures' as overwhelming, we multiply the negative effects of guilt, fear and anger and frequently become the products of these perceptions.  To know that mistakes and failures often present opportunities to grow and learn can build bridges to a much brighter future. Jim will help participants understand specific skills we can use to help people (including ourselves) reduce the pressure of negativity and turn mistakes and failures into learning experiences.