We’ve started a movement here in Minnesota that will soon be reaching parents in other countries as well. Within the coming year the book No will be translated into seven other languages: Korean, Spanish, German, Chinese, Dutch, Japanese and Portuguese.

Often a parent will ask “Am I the only one concerned about the Yes pressures in today’s culture?” Indeed one of the major impacts of the Say Yes to No campaign is the conversation that starts between parents in schools and communities. 

Well, now we know that you are not alone. Parents in many countries and cultures are also concerned and hopefully the conversations between parents will begin in Spanish speaking countries and communities, in Germany, Korea, Brazil, mainland China and other Chinese speaking countries, along with Japan and Holland. Parenting tactics that work are helpful in any language. Success for kids is important in any culture. 

It’s more important than ever before that we equip our kids with the character traits they need to be successful in school and in life.   Saying No when we should leads to that success.