Date Archives September 2026

Parenting an Overconfident Child: 13 Ways to Encourage Real Learning

My son just started Kindergarten, and he has already reached the “I know everything” phase of his life.

Normally this behavior peaks around 7 to 10 years old, but my kid has always been an overachiever. He started walking at eight months. He cut his baby teeth early, and he started losing them early too. At his last pediatric checkup, he sat comfortably in the 99th percentile for height. The boy is sharp, curious, and capable, but there is still an entire world he needs to learn.

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Girl Scouts Just Dropped Official Dog Treats (and an Allergy-Friendly Cookie for 2027)

The next time you open a box of Girl Scout cookies, pay close attention to what you are grabbing. The Girl Scouts just announced that dog treats are officially entering their lineup.

Every single time I spot a troop outside a grocery store or coffee shop, my self-control evaporates. I set out to buy one box and walk away with twenty. I cannot help it. But every cookie season comes with the exact same guilt trip. My dog sitting on the living room rug, wanting Thin Mints.

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